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Post by Lizzie on Jun 30, 2011 17:59:48 GMT 10
 The Hunger Games is a book series by Suzanne Collins. The three books in the series are: Summary stolen from Wiki: The Hunger Games trilogy takes place in an unidentified future time period after the destruction of North America, in a nation known as "Panem." Panem used to consist of a rich Capitol, located somewhere in the Rocky Mountains, and thirteen surrounding, poorer districts which cater to the Capitol's needs.
As punishment for a previous rebellion against the Capitol wherein the thirteenth district was supposedly destroyed, every year one boy and one girl from each of the remaining twelve districts, between the ages of twelve and eighteen, are selected by lottery and forced to participate in the "Hunger Games."
The Games are a televised event where the participants, called "tributes," must fight to the death in a dangerous outdoor arena until only one remains. The winning tribute and his/her corresponding district is then rewarded handsomely. It is required viewing for everyone in the districts.They're also making a movie. Jennifer Lawrence (Winter's Bone) is Katniss, Josh Hutcherson is Peeta, Liam Hemsworth is Gale, and Woody Harrelson is Haymitch. Donald Sutherland is Snow. I didn't think I would like the books, but I absolutely loved them - read all three in about 3 days - sitting on the tube, absolutely engrossed! I know Irene and Nico have started reading them, or are about to - has anyone else? |
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Post by shred on Jun 30, 2011 19:19:37 GMT 10
I didn't think they were the type of books I would like either but I heard nothing but good things about it so my curiosity is getting the better of me. I must find them!!  |
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Post by Nico on Jul 2, 2011 11:35:24 GMT 10
My Genre of choice is Scifi and fantasy types but I used to play alot of RPG style games and this book reminds me alot of them. I really can't put this book down I love the characters. I am only on about page 100 as I can only read when Emily naps or she is playing but I can't wait to see what is next!
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Post by shred on Jul 2, 2011 12:24:47 GMT 10
I got my copy today! Can't wait to start on it.
This is random but I'm annoyed that my cover is different. I prefer the black one like the pic.
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Post by Nico on Jul 2, 2011 22:03:30 GMT 10
What does yours look like? mine is black & shiny like the cover in the pic to.
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Post by shred on Jul 3, 2011 17:15:27 GMT 10
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Post by Nico on Jul 4, 2011 10:20:51 GMT 10
Eww. No wonder it bugs you . I only have a couple chapters left! Still super exciting, I had to get used to the way it was written all in Katniss' point of view I was expecting it to jump back to her home & Gale because I am used to books like that. |
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Post by Nico on Jul 5, 2011 8:15:51 GMT 10
Just finished book 1. I enjoyed it alot not something I would usually read it reminded me of that Japanese show I saw ages ago where the two classes had to fight to the death. My only concern is how the other 2 books will play out, I hope all of the action wasn't only in the first!
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Post by Loz on Jul 5, 2011 11:29:22 GMT 10
Read them all. They are good. Still unimpressed with the casting of the movie |
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Post by shred on Jul 5, 2011 12:09:02 GMT 10
I'm halfway through and I"m really enjoying it. I'm a little disappointed that we don't hear much about Gale. I thought he was a cool character. Better than Peeta. |
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Post by shred on Jul 5, 2011 23:18:46 GMT 10
I'm finished with it! Ah I really want the second book now. Might hunt for it tomorrow. ;D
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Post by Nico on Jul 6, 2011 0:04:42 GMT 10
Will have to have a look at the movie casting now! I liked the idea of Gale's character also!
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Post by Lizzie on Jul 6, 2011 2:27:01 GMT 10
Just finished book 1. I enjoyed it alot not something I would usually read it reminded me of that Japanese show I saw ages ago where the two classes had to fight to the death. My only concern is how the other 2 books will play out, I hope all of the action wasn't only in the first! Battle Royale. Don't worry, there is PLENTY of action in Catching Fire and Mockingjay. I think Hunger Games is my favourite though. |
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Post by Nico on Jul 6, 2011 6:50:42 GMT 10
Thanks Liz. Was driving me crazy trying to remember the name. I am assuming we see more Gale? I am looking forward to see the reactions Katniss' family.
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Post by shred on Jul 6, 2011 15:42:57 GMT 10
I checked out the casting. Do not like that Lenny Kravitz is Cinna. WTF! Everyone is ok I guess. A bit iffy on Jennifer Lawerence as Katniss though. She's too pretty. Got the second book today! ;D Will get the third book in a couple of days time. Didn't know it was 20% off until I paid for it. |
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Post by shred on Jul 11, 2011 16:36:49 GMT 10
Almost done with Catching Fire. I thought none of the other two will be as entertaining as the first one but I was wrong. Really looking forward to the last one but I told myself I can't read it until I'm on my plane back.  |
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Post by Nico on Jul 11, 2011 23:34:26 GMT 10
Agreed. I thought the first had all the action but Catching fire was great! Full of action & Suspense I loved the closing line of the book.
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Post by shred on Jul 12, 2011 0:16:11 GMT 10
You started on Mockingjay already right? Is there more Gale? I'm disappointed there isn't much of him in the second book. I was hoping for the opposite.  |
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Post by Lizzie on Jul 12, 2011 4:10:47 GMT 10
I checked out the casting. Do not like that Lenny Kravitz is Cinna. WTF! Everyone is ok I guess. A bit iffy on Jennifer Lawerence as Katniss though. She's too pretty. Got the second book today! ;D Will get the third book in a couple of days time. Didn't know it was 20% off until I paid for it. Yeah, I'm not a fan of LK for Cinna, definitely not what I had in my mind. I think they'd make JL look pretty grubby, she should be okay. |
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Post by Loz on Jul 12, 2011 7:06:51 GMT 10
Grubby or not she isn't Katniss to me. Not at all what I pictured.
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