The Hunger Games

by Suzanne Collins

The wordle above describes the Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.  This book has been catching the attention of teens, adults and reviewers for the past year.  Have you read it yet? 

The Hunger Games takes place in the not so distant future in the country of Panem.  Each year the 12 districts of Panem are required to select one boy and one girl as tribute to send to the capital for the Hunger Games.  Being chosen is like recieving a death sentence since the games are a televised fight to the death with only one victor.  So why is it that when Katniss's sister's name is called she volunteers to go in her place?  Will she have the skills it takes to survive?  Can she learn to kill even if it means turning her back on love?  Only time will tell . . .

If you love books that keep you at the edge of your seat, check out this book.

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