Book Review Monday - Week 29 and Week 30

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
My rating: 5 stars

Description: In a future North America, where the rulers of Panem maintain control through an annual televised survival competition pitting young people from each of the twelve districts against one another, sixteen-year-old Katniss's skills are put to the test when she voluntarily takes her younger sister's place.

My review: Yes, I know I have read this book before, but the sequel called Catching Fire came out September 1st and I wanted to re-read this before I go on to the next one. Again, LOVE this book and it is one of my top 10 so read it!! I believe they are making a movie out of this book.

Catching Fire by Suzanne CollinsMy rating: 5 stars!!

Description: **SPOILER ALERT: DO NOT read this description if you haven't read The Hunger Games** By winning the annual Hunger Games, District 12 tributes Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark have secured a life of safety and plenty for themselves and their families, but because they won by defying the rules, they unwittingly become the faces of an impending rebellion. The hotly awaited sequel to THE HUNGER GAMES finds champions Katniss and Peeta in the thick of rebellion and danger. After outwitting the Capitol, and infuriating the president and powers that be, the pair must tour the country as victorious faces of the nation. But trouble is brewing in Panem, and it seems to be connected to Katniss and Peeta. How will they help the people, keep their families safe, and escape the wrath of their corrupt government? Romance, action, and excitement abound.

My review: If I tell you I finished this book in 5 hours would that be a good enough review? I thought not. Amazing! There are twists and turns around every page of this book and the ending is a total cliffhanger! I was gasping and shouting out loud a lot. Forget Team Edward and Team Jacob, it's all about Team Gale or Team Peeta! (Which by the way, I am very much undecided on who's team to be, but I think I am leaning towards Team Gale). And if none of this is making sense to you, read The Hunger Games! And then this one!!