The Hunger Games

im on chapter 17 so far so good

This book, and incredibly the whole series, made me get sucked into the fictional world of Panem. The emotion really took my breath away. But I recommend reading the series BEFORE you see the movie, otherwise you will not know when certain things are left out and you will miss the capturing writing of S.C.

just finished!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!sooooooooo good

ok im new and everything how do u read it on here do u have to download sumthin?????? HELP PLZ!!!!!!!!

omg these are the best books by far. your only a real reader if you read them

I love this book it so cool. I so happy they made back together. ^-^

this book is awesom me and my class are reading it and we are going to do a project on it plus im only in 5 grade and there thinking about letting us watch the movie

yeah how do i read it what the fug????!!!!

HOW DO I READ IT?!?!?!

I haved not read this book but they be telling me it's a good book . You should see the movie I haven't see it but it's a good movie !!!

I was so convinced that I wouldn’t enjoy this book that it sat on my e-reader for weeks until my daughter brought home a hard copy and literally had to twist my arm to read it. Sci-fi is not usually my favourite genre, and I can probably count on one hand the amount of futuristic novels I have truly enjoyed reading. But Suzanne Collins’ “Hunger Games” totally proved all my prejudices wrong. The story was so well crafted and the characters so engaging that I was hooked from page 1, and had a massive late night read-a-thon until I had finished the whole book, as I could not put it down.

What I particularly liked about this book is that Collins has created a futuristic world which bears enough similarities to our own so that I could relate to the things she described without having to put in too much effort. The character Katniss tells about her world without offering too many tedious explanations that would have made the book a chore to read (like many other sci-fi novels) – instead, she takes her dysfunctional world for granted and accepts its injustices and hardships just as we get blind to the faults in our own backyard. This to me added to the feeling of reality to the story rather than trying to find explanations for the reasons why her world was the way it was, as seen through the eyes of a 16-year old girl.

To put it very simply, the story itself played out like a cross between Survivor meets Gladiator meets Big Brother, but with much more depth and action and of a much superior calibre. Who has not questioned our ability to watch horrible reality TV images 24/7 whilst eating our dinner? So it was no big stretch to imagine the people of Panem doing just that, on a much larger scale. I especially liked Katniss’ and Peeta’s ability to remain true to their own moral guidelines throughout the book without appearing to be sickening goodie-two-shoes, or without preaching about right and wrong – let the readers draw their own conclusions. I also liked that there were no defined villains in this story, rather victims of circumstance all trying to stay alive – this again made the story a lot more realistic and believable.

To cut a long review short, I loved this book. I can usually tell whether a book truly grabbed me from the feeling of unreality when a phone-call or a visitor interrupts the reading and you surface bleary eyed and disorientated, still under the spell of the imaginary world you have just inhabited. This was such a book, and I thoroughly enjoyed being a spectator in Katniss’ world for a while. I am now looking forward to reading the second installment!

I wasn't sure if I wanted to read this at first but then I started the first two chapthers are long and informational with bothered me. But now I am so in to the book when I say to myself stop on the next page I read about 20 more pages. I haven't seen the movie but am going to go as soon as I finish the book! Suzzane Collins is an amazing writer and can add very descriptive details.

The Hunger Games series are an awesome series to read. I recommend you pick up the other two books if you haven't already. You have to find out the end of this story.

I was hesitant about reading this book for well over a year because I was so certain I would not like it. It did not seem like "my kind" of book. But I read a number of reviews by book reviewers that I trusted, and I figured the time had come to read it when I happened to win a copy of it. And with the upcoming film, I knew it was now or never.

From the very beginning, I was drawn into this book like I very rarely am drawn into books. The writing style was impeccable, and the characters were incredibly well-crafted. It was also frightening when I realized that what was being spoken of could actually happen some time in the future.

I found that I repeatedly forgot where I was as I read (even when I was subbing in a classroom of students), and all I wanted to do was read this book and nothing else. I found myself thinking about the main characters and wanting to know what would happen in the story. I wanted to believe that the author would not allow the unthinkable to happen, but I wasn't sure. And I will tell you that the book does not end how you would like it to end, but it ends the way it should. If the author had chosen to end it differently, I don't think I would even be considering reading another book in the series. I wouldn't even think about it being part of a series.

I am absolutely "taken" with Suzanne Collins. She is one of the best authors I have read in recent times. I appreciate the fact that there was almost no profanity of any kind (only one word that I recall, and it was not even that bad). There is no sex (go figure--a YA book with no sex!). And she knows exactly how to keep you guessing. Although the science fiction, futuristic elements are there, everything makes sense. You aren't left wondering why thus and such happened--you know why! The action was mesmerizing, and the unexpected love story was absolute genius! She even has a sense of humor that comes out at exactly the right time.

This is a book that I can unequivocally recommend to anyone who enjoys reading fiction. It makes no difference if you like historical fiction, romance, science fiction, action, or an genre! This should be at the top of your TBR list if you have not read it!

One other thing I would like to add is to thank the author for such a positive message for young people (and everyone)even when dealing with such a dark topic. And the message is resonating with young people. As I read the book, I was asked by so many teenagers about the book. Many had read it and said how much they liked it. It is good to see an author write about a character who stayed true to what she believed and did not forsake her morals. She didn't let anyone change her! Thank you, Katniss!

I just started reading this book yesterday and am totally hooked - there will be no work getting done for the day, I can't put it down :)

Amazing book!!!!

Watched the movie and loved it so now I am reading the book!!

according to an email i received, i am one of the ten lucky winners to win a double pass to the hunger games and a set of the book trilogy.

YAY ME!

LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS BOOK!!!! <3 amazing!!!! :D

CAN U READ ONLINE AT ALL

best book ever

i really want to read this book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

the movie was awesome but it left some things out that were in the book

i love the hunger games its my faviort book

I love the book.I am reading it right now.When Katniss watches FoxFace doo that dance to avoid the landmines.

EPIC BOOK i cant wait for the movie >.<

I must say it this book is not just for 'younger teens' as it is categorised. I couldn't get enough of this book and I think it was well worth the read. I love the trilogy and I was gripped at once. I love Suzanne's style of writing also. READ IT!!

How do I read the books

sorry guys but it is stupid

YEP ME I THINK IT IS GAY!!

I have to admit, I found it pretty hard to get into at first, so I gave up. But promise, I am getting back into it.

i love it!!!

I Really want to see the movie but i made a goal to read the whole book first!

sounds a good book but i wouldn't like to read it, would you x :) x

Just finished this book. Had to go out and get Catching Fire. These books have me hooked.

I recommend this book to people who enjoy mystery thrillers and adventures that never end!

i love this book