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Novel, The Hunger Games

The Hunger Games

$13.49

By Suzanne Collins

4.7/5 on Barnes & Noble

The Hunger Games is a novel about Katniss Everdeen, who's forced to fight other children in an arena. The book takes place in Panem, which was once North America and has limited resources. In order to keep the citizens under control, the government separates them into districts and reinforces class differences.

"...brilliantly plotted and perfectly paced...a futuristic novel every bit as good and as allegorically rich as Scott Westerfeld's 'Uglies' books."
- The New York Times, John Green

"[The Hunger Games] is a violent, jarring, speed-rap of a novel that generates nearly constant suspense...I couldn't stop reading it."
- Stephen King, Entertainment Weekly Review

"...enthralling, imaginative and creepy..."
- School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW

Novel, Catching Fire

Catching Fire

$10.99

By Suzanne Collins

4.6/5 on Barnes & Noble

Hunger Games sequel, Catching Fire, details the aftermath of Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark's victory in the 74th Hunger Games from the first novel. Despite leaving the arena, Katniss and her loved ones are in more danger than ever as the threat of punishment looms.

"Collins has done that rare thing. She has written a sequel that improves upon the first book."
- The New York Times, Gabrielle Zevin

"Again, Collins' crystalline, unadorned prose provides an open window to perfect pacing and electrifying world-building, but what's even more remarkable is that aside from being tremendously action-packed sf thrillers, these books are also brimming with potent themes of morality, obedience, sacrifice, redemption, love, law, and, above all, survival. Honestly, this book only needs to be good enough to satisfy its legions of fans. Fortunately, it's great. And if you were dying to find out what happens after the last book, get ready for pure torture awaiting the next."
- Booklist, STARRED REVIEW

Novel, Mockingjay

Mockingjay

$11.69

By Suzanne Collins

4.4/5 on Barnes & Noble

It is chronologically the last installment of The Hunger Games series. The book continues the story of Katniss Everdeen, who agrees to unify the districts of Panem in a rebellion against the tyrannical Capitol.

"At its best the trilogy channels the political passion of "1984," the memorable violence of "A Clockwork Orange," the imaginative ambience of "The Chronicles of Narnia" and the detailed inventiveness of "Harry Potter." The specifics of the dystopian universe, and the fabulous pacing of the complicated plot, give the books their strange, dark charisma."
- The New York Times, Katie Roiphe

"The final installment, the grimmest yet, is a riveting meditation on the costs of war...Clear your schedule before you start: This is a powerful, emotionally exhausting final volume."
- People Magazine, 4 OUT OF 4 STARS

Novel, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

$21.99

By Suzanne Collins

4.2/5 on Barnes & Noble

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, prequel of The Hunger Games series, focuses on Coriolanus Snow, who fans first met as President Snow, during Panem's tenth Hunger Games, about 64 years prior to The Hunger Games. It follows Coriolanus as he prepares to mentor District 12's female tribute, Lucy Gray Baird.

"'The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes' delivers a mesmerizing look into the life of Coriolanus Snow and the root causes of his villainous behavior. Collins once again proves that she is a master of building a fascinating world around complex characters who must grapple with the complications of chaos and control and their effects on human nature."
- The Associated Press

"Both a tense, character-driven piece and a cautionary tale...The twists and heartbreaks captivate despite tragic inevitabilities."
- Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW

The Hunger Games 4 book bundle

The Hunger Games: Four Book Collection

$53.99

By Suzanne Collins

4.9/5 on Amazon