The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

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Anyone a fan? I would have read it anyway as I'm a huge fan of Suzanne Collins because of her Underland Chronicles series, but with Stephenie Meyer's recommendation, that just put it at the top of my list. And...I LOVE it.

I think Katniss is amazing. She's not exactly funny, but it's not really a funny book. There wasn't much to laugh about. But she's extremely intelligent and savvy. I was really impressed with all the characters, actually. I'm not sure who I like better, though: Peetah or Gale. Guess I'll have to figure that one out when Catching Fire comes out in September!

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Tue Jul 21, 2009 7:19 am

im a massive fan of the hunger games. i actually picked it up because of stephanie meyers recomendation on it. and i loved it! cant wait for the next one.

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Mon Aug 24, 2009 12:05 am

Haha...I'm actually a member of the forums at THG. I absolutely love this book. I enjoyed reading it and also TUC. Both series are incredibly awesome. <--Yeah, I'm a huge fan as well. ^^

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How would you rate it against VA?

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I like VA better, but I have a soft spot for vampires. THG is a good book, and it has some very interesting themes, as well as plot twists up the kazoo and some great fight scenes. The romance is also good, but it's PG. Kissing and such. I like my cabins better.

Subject: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Wed Oct 07, 2009 10:47 pm

Finally, a place where people can talk about THG!!! I frigging love this series!! It's AWESOME!! cheers

I just read it a couple weeks ago and fell completely in love with Katniss and Peeta!! THG is definitely one of my favorite series. I went out to the store and bought Catching Fire the same day I finished reading THG!! Razz

I'm so excited for book 3 next year!! God. I wish I knew when it comes out so that I could mark it on my calendar.

Anyone else out there feel the same? Have you read CF? What do you think of the series so far? Are you in love with Peeta? Or do you prefer Gale?

And lastly... would YOU survive the Hunger Games?! Very Happy

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Wed Oct 07, 2009 11:35 pm

^^ Somebody else who loves Hunger Games!

I finally got CF but I haven't started reading it yet due to the crunch time I had to go through. But I heard that it is amazing!

And no, I could definitely not survive the Hunger Games. I would probably be the one who forgot about the 60 second rule and just step off the metal plate. Razz

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Thu Oct 08, 2009 12:18 am

CF is pretty amazing!! I LOVED it!! It took me a little while to get into it though, but once I did, I finished it off in less than two days!!

lol I don't think I'd survive either. Though I don't know about being killed off in the first minute. Maybe the first two. Razz

I think I'd survive until the gong sounded!! At least... I like to think so. Laughing

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Sun Oct 11, 2009 9:57 pm

Any other HG fans out there?

I just love Peeta. He's so sweet. He's probably my favorite part about the series.

Rue broke my heart. Crying or Very sad

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Tue Oct 20, 2009 3:57 pm

This site here says that book 3 is titled THE VICTORS!!

God I can't wait for this book.

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Finished THG and CF in the past two days and absolutely love the series so far. Without a doubt it's going to be bumped into my faves.

Definitely Team Peeta, there's no way Gale's good for her.

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So if you go to http://www.thehungergames.co.uk/ you'll see the UK HG covers (sort of) with pictures of Katniss and Peeta.
Does anyone else reckon this shot of shailene woodley looks like cover-Katniss?
https://2img.net/h/i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/sapphire_ik/shailene-woodley-2.jpg

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Wed Nov 04, 2009 1:31 am

WHOA that girl's eyes are huge!! Razz

But yeah, she really does sorta look like that pic of Katniss.

I hope we find out more about The Victors soon. Like a RELEASE DATE would be nice. Can't wait. bounce

And you already know I'm with you on the Peeta vs Gale thing. Peeta is the only one for Katniss. They complete each other.

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I wrote up this giant argument about why Peeta's better then Gale for other friends, so far they haven't replied to it much but it felt good to type it all out Razz

That girl doesn't really look like Katniss is other shots though, it's really just that one. But I thought it was pretty cool finding it.

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Wed Nov 04, 2009 12:29 pm

I think I'll get the 1st this weekend , doc.... Razz

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Wed Nov 04, 2009 1:25 pm

SecretMagic wrote:: I wrote up this giant argument about why Peeta's better then Gale for other friends, so far they haven't replied to it much but it felt good to type it all out

That's because they don't understand. But it's okay. There are people out there that do. Btw, can I see this argument? Razz

Ivashkov wrote:: I think I'll get the 1st this weekend , doc....

FINALLY!!! cheers

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dimkaluv wrote:

SecretMagic wrote:: I wrote up this giant argument about why Peeta's better then Gale for other friends, so far they haven't replied to it much but it felt good to type it all out

That's because they don't understand. But it's okay. There are people out there that do. Btw, can I see this argument? Razz

haha, Sure, I'll go find it. Smile

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Ok, What I told my friends. It was in reply to some things, like Gale vs. Peeta, Cinna and CF in general. I'll put it in spoilers so Chris and anyone else who hasn't read it yet don't see something that'll mess up the books for them.

Spoiler:

Quote :: Going against what Alissa said, I reckon Peeta and Katniss will end up together. Gale's way too similar to her, they're both hunters, both want to run from trouble or alternatively run straight into the trouble. They're definitely not the type to look before they leap and because of that I think they'll be ill suited with each other. I actually hated Gale turning up in the last few pages of CF because it was so obvious that Katniss was realising the full extent of Peeta's importance to her. She was finally admitting that despite all the faking and problems that had arisen because of the Capitol, Peeta makes her feel safe. So I want more than anything for Peeta and Katniss to be together. Peeta heals Katniss, and we all know Katniss has a way with healing him too Once she may have loved Gale, and I admit at the very start of HG I wanted her with Gale (but that's because I didn't know Peeta all that much), but not anymore. And I know some of you might be thinking "But we don't know Gale either!" ... But I disagree, we might not see a lot of him, but we know him. He's furiously protective of those he loves, he's jealous of those who love Katniss, he's defiant and, though intelligent, to me doesn't seem to think things through enough. Peeta on the other hand is equally protective but with a strength beyond Gales. He's cautious, but dangerous, funny, can be relaxed and has an unimaginable way of lending support without being asked. He's just so cool.
And with that long explaination I think you all can gather that I'm Team Peeta ... haha

I was kind of angry at Haymitch at the end of CF too, because he promised Katniss that he'd save Peeta. And I know she's supposed to be the mockingjay, the sign of the revolt, but she can't lead a revolt on her own especially if all she is is the symbol for it. Peeta's the one with words, the one who could change the minds of all the districts and make them realise just how powerful they could be against the Capitol.

I think Cinna is an Avox now. There's no way the Capitol would have killed him, they'd want everyone (including Katniss) to know just how big a "crime" he's committed. Executing is one thing, but by being an Avox you're harder to forget, you're just silently there always.

All done. It's pretty much what we talked about before Ash.

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Fri Nov 06, 2009 6:45 pm

Doc , I finally got it cheers

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Fri Nov 06, 2009 6:47 pm

WHOOHOO!!!! cheers

NOW READ IT!!! Don't waste time. *chop chop*

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Fri Nov 06, 2009 6:52 pm

I want to spare it since I wont have anything to read for a while

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Ivashkov wrote:: I want to spare it since I wont have anything to read for a while

Don't do that Chris. You need to read it fast!

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Sat Nov 07, 2009 12:05 am

SecretMagic wrote:: Don't do that Chris. You need to read it fast!

What she said!! cheers

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dimkaluv wrote:

SecretMagic wrote:: Don't do that Chris. You need to read it fast!

What she said!! cheers

haha, it's the best damn advice in this situation Razz

Subject: Re: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Sat Nov 07, 2009 12:23 am

SecretMagic wrote:: haha, it's the best damn advice in this situation

Very true!!

Chris, you better be listening!!