This novel introduced the reader to the gruesome and brutal world of the Hunger Games. It focuses on the dynamics of the Capitol immediately following a devastating civil war, where the leaders decide to punish the rebellious districts by demanding female and male tributes in a manner reminiscent of the ancient Greek Theseus myths. What is most fascinating in this novel is the origin story of the series most sadistic villain: Coriolanus Snow. As I read, it surprised me how much Collins can make the reader understand his overarching ambition, his continual fear of losing status and his single minded determination to regain the wealth and prestige his family enjoyed before the predations of the war. As Corio continually reminds himself: "snow always lands on top" no matter what. His dynamic with Lucy Gray is simultaneously repellent and intriguing. He is attracted to her free spirit even as he considers himself her superior in every way. This is a must read novel to understand the origins of the Hunger Games universe.

The Foot Book

A super-story about a middle- school boy trying to fit in. His family are superheroes, and he thinks he doesn’t have any. But when the world needs him , he leans his powers are deep inside him.

This book was phenomenal! I loved it so much!! It was intriguing and kept me on my toes. I couldn’t contain my excitement when I heard of the other books in the trilogy!

Interesting and personal insight but I found the actual poetry/prose lacking. The chapter with all rhyming poems felt really out of place

this book was funny, I really liked it

This book was excellent at keeping me guessing ehat would happen throughout.

Very weird but interesting book

I have loved this book since I was three??

Very insightful