This novel can stand alone but readers will have a much a richer experience if they begin with The Hunger Games. Despite her familys lush new house in Victors Village and the newfound wealth, Katniss still hunts in order to feed her. The author also creates a tantalizing and unresolved love triangle between Katniss, Peeta, and Gale that will leave questioning readers desperate for the next installment. A few months after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games with Peeta Mellark, Katniss Everdeen, now 17, is adjusting to her new life of plenty after spending her entire childhood in poverty and hunger. Now we get to find out what happens to people who actually win the Games, and how Katniss and Peetas lives change forever because of their victory. The story is equally rich in provocative political and social commentary, and exploring epic themes of morality, obedience, oppression, rebellion, redemption, sacrifice and, of course, survival. Catching Fire picks up where the first book left off, which is a good thing, because the ending of The Hunger Games was a serious cliffhanger. More of the story takes place outside the arena than within, but there is plenty of action-packed combat.Ĭollins offers readers intriguing insights into the nation of Panem: its power structure, rumors of a secret district, and the spreading rebellion. The pace is a little slower and the emphasis more on character than plot - Katniss grows considerable as a character - but readers will find CATCHING FIRE as much of a gripping page-turner as The Hunger Games. Collins does not disappoint in this enthralling, entirely satisfying sequel.
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