Not my usual type of novel, but I was pleasantly surprised! Suspenseful and eerie as it depicts a futuristic society divided into twelve districts in which 2 representatives from each district are chosen by a lottery, and compete in an annual game of survival - to the death. The book is narrated by Katniss, a sharp, no-nonsense young girl from one of the impoverished districts. She takes the place of her younger sister, Prim whom she is devoted to. Katniss competes in the competition, which is considered 'entertainment,' readers will find her experiences make for a gripping, and at times, tender story. Read the sequel, "Catching Fire."
