THE HUNGER GAMES , the first book of this series, really fleshed out the setting of the world for this series- a futuristic North America, where starvation is a daily threat for most, monitored by an oppressive Capitol. Each year, citizens of the 12 outlying districts are forced to watch 2 of their own children between ages 12 & 17 battle to the death in a horrific arena, filled with specially engineered, life threatening obstacles...CATCHING FIRE will grab you again, pull you in, then flip everything
upside down! This story leaves you on the edge of your seat, in great anticipation of the upcoming concluding volume of the series. It is set up to be a very exciting tale, and author Suzanne Collins has proven she can live up to great expectations, I can't wait to read the final installment!Throughout both books, the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, plays a key role in the Hunger Games, and unintentionally becomes a symbol of hope for a revolution. At the same time these massive forces are wrestling for control of the country in which she lives, Katniss is also torn in 2 directions in her personal life when it comes to friendship & love.
Powerful, moving, and heartwrenching. A highly recommended read!
