eddy_gonzo

It's a great book (or series) when you find yourself disappointed it's ended but satisfied with the conclusion. A lot of twists and turns in this one as Katniss, the ultimate spontaneous rebel, becomes a figurehead of an orchestrated revolution. She has to endure photo shoots, certain rigidity of behavior, and other trappings of a dubious celebrityhood when she would much rather fall to pieces (Which she does anyways, and often). In a way this is the saddest of the three books as everyone has something to lose in the revolution against the Capital, and a lot of them lose the reasons they are fighting for freedom in the first place... I think this series is an excellent way to a parent to discuss with their children the concept of slavery, and it's multiple manifestations, and how it hurts people, even those who accept it with open arms. I'm happy to find that Collins will be penning the script for the movie, so it might be a more consistent expression of the book than it would be otherwise. A great way to bring an excellent story to a wider audience.

2022-11-14 18:06