may the odds be ever in your favor.

I think this is what reality television is headed to. I firmly believe that one day contestants will fight to the death; it seems to be an inevitable conclusion to what people will do for fame and fortune. Also to appease the masses of those that would watch I mean you can only watch 20 people live on an island for months without food so many times.

The idea of the Hunger Games to me goes back to ancient times, to the Roman coliseum. Whether it be slaves (the poorer districts) or professional gladiators (the richer districts).

I love the world that the author has created, with a post-apocalyptic America, and the idea of the 13 colonies is very reminiscent of the beginnings of American life.

My favorite character was of course Katniss. I know she was the main character and all, but I loved her rebellious nature and take charge attitude. I found it refreshing that her goals were to save herself and not for love of someone else. Nowadays female characters seem to be only willing to live for love, but I think its believable that she would be looking out for herself and for her sister too.

The scene with Rue broke my heart, I really liked her, but I knew she had to die in order for Katniss to live and win the games. But the tribute with the flowers that Katniss did for her was beautiful and fitting.

So I know that love was not the message of this story, but I can’t help but wonder who I want her to be with. Now I do agree with Katie, I’m glad that she doesn’t really fall in love with Peeta when the games begin and I still honestly don’t think she is love with him at the end either. But then I can’t help but feel bad for Peeta because he is truly in love, and it’s heartbreaking when he finds that out.

I don’t know what is going to happen in Panem now, I think that what Katniss has set in motion by trying to commit suicide at the end of the games won’t go away lightly. I can’t wait to start Catching Fire, and then Mockingjay! This has been an amazing book, I’m so glad that everyone has loved and enjoyed it!!