003/104

Mockingjay

The third book of the Hunger Games. Intriguing premise, still and in the third book we’re finally facing the rebellion of the districts of Panem. But by now the main character is someone I can’t stand. She’s self-absorbed, selfish, annoying and for half the book she comes across as a whining brat. Yes, she’s had a tough life. But, so did the others and no one else is going woe me all the time. There’s basically no character development and the love triangle is not only pointless but also boring. The plot is not bad, still solid and the ending, even though predictable makes sense and is neither surprising nor disappointing.

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

002/104

Catching Fire

I’m actually tempted to rate this book lower. But, I did read it in only one sitting and the premise is still excellent and the story solid. However, the main character is close to being a Mary Sue, sometimes even terribly annoying, selfish and self-absorbed. The two boys that are in love with her ressemble each other too much: both are nice, young men who love and support her and want to protect her. She on the other hand doesn’t seem to have any real feelings for both of them which makes the love triangle not only annoying but also pointless.

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

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001/104

The Hunger Games

Premise: Teenagers between the age of 12-18 from 12 districts are sent to the capital city of Panem for a fight to the death on live TV, which occurs only to secure the dominance and supremacy of the Capital. The Hunger Games ensure the citizens of the districts never even think about rebelling against the regime.

The writing is mediocre. The execution solid but nothing special and definitely not surprising. The end isn’t very imaginative. The characters didn’t really have to grow, there was no character development. Of course, the idea is very intriguing and despite its flaws, Collins manages to keep the story interesting. Which is why I will read the next two books.

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆