Len spends most of her time ruminating on her writings that never made it to paper; keeps sane by reading books and listening to music. She reviews most of them out of love and the joy of it.
by Suzanne Collins
| "Against all odds, Katniss Everdeen has survived the Hunger Games twice. But now that she’s made it out of the bloody arena alive, she’s still not safe. The Capitol is angry. The Capitol wants revenge. Who do they think should pay for the unrest? Katniss. And what’s worse, President Snow has made it clear that no one else is safe either. Not Katniss’s family, not her friends, not the people of District 12. Powerful and haunting, this thrilling final installment of Suzanne Collins’s groundbreaking The Hunger Games trilogy promises to be one of the most talked about books of the year." (from Goodreads)~Review:
I initially wanted to write a review a week after I have read the book, to allow time for me to calm down before I write. Then again I believe the same thoughts will flow after the time has elapsed. So as promised, this is a spoiler-free attempted review of Mockingjay.
The Games have ended and turned into a larger arena where everyone is a player. And Katniss Everdeen is more than a player now - she's hailed as the rebel's image of hope, the Mockingjay. Just like in every war, there are a lot of casualities, sacrifices to be made, politics and powerplay, and truths that everyone need to accept. Feelings are raw, emotions are high, and stakes are larger than the last two books.
I had to remind myself from time to time to breathe while reading this book. From start to finish there is no time to put your guard down. Like in Katniss case where she needs to be always on the move to keep sane, while reading you feel that you are always on the move as well. Heart-stopping revelations, turn of events, and realities to live by while fighting, Mockingjay is one book that is so hard to pin a review on. All I know after is that tears start to burst out of me (thankfully I was alone) and I won't tell why. I am just happy to be able to experience reading Hunger Games, betting on either Peeta or Gale, cheering on Katniss, waiting for the book, and now trying to get over the haunting tale that Suzanne Collins have written with a ring of truth in it.
Truly an unforgettable ending to the highly acclaimed trilogy. that will eventually turn into a classic.
5 comments:
Loved what you said about remembering to breathe, I had the same problem! It's hard to say enough good things about this series:) Really enjoyed reading your review!
I cried as well, I'm still trying to decide whether or not I liked the ending...It reminded me of the Uglies series, if you've read that as well you'll know what I mean..
Great review! Thanks for keeping it spoiler free since I have yet to start it. I actually didn't want to start it just yet because I know that it's the last of the series and of some of my favorite characters. So silly of me, I know, but I am going to take the big step and read it this weekend. After this review, I really have no choice. Now I really can't wait to see what happens and what exactly is going to make me cry. Good job, as always!
Thanks, guys! Hope you enjoyed reading Mockingjay. If enjoy is the word fit to describe the experience. :p
After reading your review now I am even more anxious to read this book. It is #1 on USA TODAY'S Best-Selling Books list. Hunger Games is #8 an Catching Fire i #14. All 3 of these books are still on the list. Suzanne Collins certainly made a splash with these!
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