Review (SPOILERS): Let me get right into it, the first two books were great, the second in particular was addictive, however the third book is an utter disappointment.
The concept for this YA fiction series is quite original. The scenarios and games are complex and well thought out. Anything can happen.
It starts with such a strong female lead. However the further into the books the slightly more annoying Katniss becomes. She is physically strong and quick on her feet but she is so obtuse to the social politics being played in all three books.
By the end of Mockingjay, Katniss has been completely destroyed mentally. She in no way resembles the character in the first book, and while I love character development that is not what this is. Collins take a well developed character and breaks her. Then in the epilogue she tries to mend her, but she is still not the same. This was not what I expected for a book written for young adults.
Additionally, the first two books build up this revolution and in the third book they finally seize control. However Katniss soon learns that the rebels are not as wonderful as they appear. I would like to see exactly how the rebels changed the society post war. Instead it just ends with broken Katniss and broken Peeta back in District 12. Seriously?
Synopsis: Panem is broken into 12 Districts, spread out of the former North America. There used to be 13 districts but when there was a rebellion against the Captiol, District 13 was destroyed. Each District provides something of importance to the elite Capitol residents. And as punishment for the District's rebellions every year 2 children are picked from each District and forced to take part in the Hunger Games. A cruel game in a massive outdoor arena set with futuristic traps where the kids must fight to the death where only one will walk away. Katniss Everdeen volunteers for her younger sister and she unwittingly sets in motion another rebellion to take down the Capitol.
