
I seriously don’t even know where to begin about The Hunger Games. I am so in love with this trilogy.
I just finished Mockingjay. I haven’t enjoyed a series like this in a very long time, if ever. It was beautifully written, and I couldn’t put it down. I tried to pace myself, but I read all three books in a week and a half. Haha. I honestly think this may be the only set of books that I will undoubtedly reread. At least once.
Besides the obvious excitement and curiosity of the off-kilter nature of Panem that would draw anyone to The Hunger Games, I found that what I really loved about this book was Peeta Mellark. The boy with the bread. I have not come across another novel where a leading role was filled with someone so genuine. Peeta. He’s selfless. He’s patient. He’s protective. He’s got his heart in the right place. And his love for Katniss Everdeen is pure. It’s not perverted. It’s not sexual. Guys, seriously. I am so SICK of this worlds twisted view of love. The relationship between Peeta and Katniss is the way that love should be.
I really hope that this series doesn’t get sucked into a Team Peeta Team Gale war. Ugh. I hate it when girls do that. Especially considering it’s completely obvious that Peeta and Katniss belong together. Sure, Gale and Katniss fit together better, but Peetas love is stronger. I suppose once you read Mockingjay, I could see why someone would come to dislike Peeta. BUT! That’s also why I get SO ANGRY! To me, if a girl (or guy) hates Peeta after he was tortured, it says to me that theyre the type that will end up divorced because they can’t work through problems. UGH. Ok. Rant over. :)
No to mention, its been so long since a great story has been at the forefront of the entertainment world! Its full of action…and blood. But, there’s no cursing. No sex. I LOVED it. And I’m going to love watching the upcoming movie pulverize twilight into dust!!!
Oh, and did I mention that the cast is freaking PERFECT? I couldn’t be happier with Josh Hutcherson as Peeta. I can’t wait for March 23. And speaking of the movie, READ THE BOOK FIRST!!! I swear. This is one of my biggest pet peeves. Don’t say you’re a dedicated fan if you only watch the movies. I don’t care who was lucky enough to come across the books first. I don’t think that says you love the series more by any means. But really. Read the books. You won’t be disappointed.