The Hunger Games

The book The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins is the first book in the Hunger Games trilogy. I chose to read this book because it is so popular, and so many people have recommended it. I also wanted to see the movie that just recently came out.

The Hunger Games are a competition to the death created by the Capitol. In each of the 12 districts, 1 boy and 1 girl between the ages of 12 and 18, are chosen to compete on a day known as the reaping. All 24 contestants are put in the arena to kill their opponents and be crowned winner with many gifts such as food and money. Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark are chosen from District 12. For many weeks they must survive in an unknown territory, without food, or other helpful resources.

I liked this book because it didn't drag, meaning there was never a dull moment, and that I never wanted to put it down. There was not anything I disliked about the book. I would most definately rate it 5 stars. I would recommend it to both girls and boys who enjoy action and fighting.