The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Once in a while a book grabs hold of you and won’t let go. Before you know it, it’s 2:00 in the morning, and you’re reading the last page. Such was the case for me with The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. The book takes place in a future North America, which consists of the Capital and twelve districts. In addition to supplying all of the Capital’s resources, each district must also provide two tributes each year who will participate in a televised game of survival–the ultimate reality show. The last tribute standing brings home honor and riches for him/herself as well as the district. When Katniss volunteers to take her sister’s place, she knows she’s been given a death sentence. What she doesn’t realize is that in fighting for her life, she must eventually choose between saving her life, and saving her humanity.
Don’t miss this thrilling new book. I’m sure once you’ve read it, you’ll have lots to talk about, which is why I’ve chosen it for our book discussion during Christmas break. So read the book, then join us for what is sure to be an interesting discussion on December 30, at 4:00 pm.
