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Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

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forestnymph22's review

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challenging dark emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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silidu's review

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adventurous emotional medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I understand that it is juvenile fiction, but I was hoping for something more in line with the depth and complexity of Harry Potter. While being disappointed on that front, I did become attached to Katniss' character. I realized I had become attached when after a few days of finishing the book, I missed reading her voice.

The trilogy had some potential to explore the tensions of power, freedom and safety, but fell short. While I am glad this trilogy is being read by many, I don't know how many readers will cognize the inevitable results of central planning, organization over freedom, and the loss of liberty that comes with a move towards "safety", state-control, and "peace".

In the end it was a great dystopian book. Few in that genre have disappointed me so far.

kcreginaldo's review

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adventurous dark emotional fast-paced

4.5

yasminao's review

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adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful sad tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

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kathydavie's review

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5.0

It was and was not what I was expecting. Collins put Katniss in such a lousy position. I just didn't see how she could come to a decision. And when the decision was there...gods...I cried and cried. I know someone had to lose but...I didn't want any of the three of them to have to lose.

As for the story itself, it's so easy to see how such a world could come about and the maneuvering and positioning that goes on is so scarily universal. So, okay maybe not a stupid bomb but a nasty one instead...