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The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
4.5
adventurous sad fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Rereading The Hunger Games was an absolute blast. Even though I knew the twists and turns, the story pulled me in all over again—maybe even more than the first time. 

The pacing, the stakes, and the world-building feel more immersive than the movie, and it’s so much easier to get attached to the characters on the page. I enjoyed how much more emotion is captured between Katniss and Prim, Rue and the movie-missed interaction with the Avox and Madge! 

Revisiting this story reminded me why it became such a phenomenon in the first place. It’s gripping, emotional, and just as powerful the second time around. I am so excited to jump into the next book as I remember it being my favourite of the series!