We SHOULD have a Bama book club! I would make sure you all stay entertained.
Suzanne Collins is the author.
Basically, it's set as if the countries of North America no longer exists. Instead, there are 12 "Districts" ruled by one all-powerful "Capitol." As a means of reminding the districts that they cannot be overthrown, they have this event every year called The Hunger Games where each year, one boy and one girl between the ages of 12-18 go to this arena and baiscally fight to the death. The main character's 12 yo sister is chosen from the "reaping" as a contestant and she steps up to take her place. The games themselves have this really elaborate set of rules and traditions.
The author has a very unique talent for making it too over the top to be believable and morbid, but still real enough to really draw you in emotionally.
It is SOOOOOO good! |