Because of
the fact that it’s exam time, I do everything to not study :) Finally, I
“found” some time for reading. I decided to finish the last part of “The Hunger
Games” trilogy written by Suzanne Collins. Have you already read it?
I was totally
fascinated with the two first books in this series (“The Hunger Games” and “Catching
Fire”) so I couldn’t wait any longer to find out what will happen next. And to
be honest, I wasn’t disappointed! That’s why, I would like to recommend you these
books!
“The Hunger
Games” trilogy takes place in the future, in the totalitarian nation of Panem. The country consists of the wealthy Capitol, who rules over twelve poorer
districts. Katniss Everdeen, who lives
in District 12, is the main character and narrator of the story. Each year, one
boy and one girl from each of the districts, between the ages of 12 and 18,
are selected by lottery to participate in the "Hunger Games". These
Games are a televised event. The participants, called
"tributes", are forced to fight to the death in a dangerous public
arena. The winning tribute and his or her home district is then rewarded with
food and riches. The purpose of the "Hunger Games" is to provide
entertainment for the Capitol and to serve as a reminder to all the districts
of the Capitol's power.
In the course
of the first book, Katniss volunteers to replace her younger sister, Prim. She uses her
knowledge of hunting and archery to survive. Throughout the next two parts, she
becomes the symbol of a rebellion for the twelve districts against the
Capitol's oppression.
All in all, I
won’t tell you a whole story, because it wouldn’t have a sense. Of course, like
many books, who are being transformed in movies, “The Hunger Games” has its own
adaptation. This year, the second part hit the screens, but as far as I’m
concerned, the books are always better than the movie versions and it’s also in
this case.
To sum up, I
strongly recommend “The Hunger Games” trilogy to all of you! As an interesting fact, I can
tell you that these books surpassed the record previously held by the “Harry
Potter” series! Can you imagine?! So, as you can see, it’s really worth reading! :)
