Collins, Suzanne
KindleVixen’s Fantasy Hunger Games Cast
I don’t think it is any big secret that I love really well written and smart Young Adult books, and one of my favorites is the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. It’s a not entirely unbelievable and heartbreaking post-apocalyptic story of a young girl and the rebellion she reluctantly becomes the face of. When I read the movie rights to the trilogy had been picked up by Lionsgate I was cautiously excited. Let’s face it, movie adaptions almost never go right. The Swedish adaptations of The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo being one of the only exceptions. I am even more cautious with the announcement of Jennifer Lawrence being cast as Katniss. Her role in Winter’s Bone certainly testifies to her acting ability, but she is a far cry from what I imagined Katniss to be. Physical appearances can certainly be altered so she gets the benefit of the doubt and Suzanne Collins’ stamp of approval.
As discussion bounces around the internet and among my fellow mom friends who love this series, I say why not throw out our fantasy casts*? Don’t tell me you don’t have them. Or is it just me? Hmm. Well whatever, you are getting mine because this blog desperately needed a new post and this is what I felt like doing right now.
Playing the role of Katniss Everdeen:Kaya Scodelario |
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Playing the role of Peeta Mellark: Hunter Parrish |
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Playing the role of Gale Hawthorne:Ethen Peck |  |
Playing the role of Haymitch Abernathy:Hugh Laurie |
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Playing the role of Effie Trinket: Kristen Chenoweth |
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Playing the role of Prim Everdeen: Elle Fanning |
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Playing the role of Rue:Yara Shahidi |
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Playing the role of President Snow:Malcolm McDowell |
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Agree? Disagree? Who is on your list?
*This entire post is just rambling and speculation and wishful thinking.
Review: Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins
Title: Catching Fire (Hunger Games, book 2)
Author: Suzanne Collins
Release: October 1, 2008
Purchase this book: Amazon
Goodreads Entry: here
Genre: Young Adult
Rating: 5 Stars
SPOILER FREE, I PROMISE! 
You may notice, I left out the blurb above…. I was posting it but then I realized its way too spoilery for those of you who have not read book 1 yet. In fact I am really not sure how to review Catching Fire without spoiling book 1, so I am going to keep this brief.
Just as they did in Hunger Games, the characters in Catching Fire captured my heart and didn’t let go. I sobbed several times and I will even admit there were times I wanted to throw the book. The story and the situation surrounding Katniss feels so desperate, its emotionally exhausting. I kept muttering to myself how things weren’t fair and at times I questioned my sanity for becoming so emotionally connected to this story. But isn’t that what a good story is supposed to do for you? A great book binds you to its world and the people in it, it keeps you reading even when your heart is breaking.
Catching Fire easily earns a 5 star rating from me. Once again Suzanne Collins delivers on the emotion, character depth, and suspenseful plot that keeps this Vixen coming back for more. If you haven’t started this series yet, I ask… what are you waiting for? The final book, Mockingjay, comes out this summer and you won’t want to miss it.
FTC Disclaimer: This book was purchased by me.
Review: Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Title: Hunger Games (Book 1)
Author: Suzanne Collins
Release: October 1, 2008
Purchase this book: Amazon | Kindle Version
Goodreads Entry: here
Genre: Young Adult
Rating: 5 Stars
Hunger Games drops you into a future where the United States has been destroyed and all that remains is Panem, a dystopian civilization made up of 12 districts and a Capital city. The Capital controls everything with an iron fist and a previous attempt at rebellion by the 12 districts resulted in the creation of a disturbing event known as the The Hunger Games. Every year each of the 12 districts has to choose one girl and one boy to compete in this televised game of survivor where you either win or you die, and there can only be one winner.
Katniss is a 16 year old girl with far too much responsibility on her shoulders. She protects and provides for her mother and sister with no regard for herself. She is independent, caring, and humble. When her sister’s name gets pulled from the glass bowl as this year’s female tribute to the Hunger Games, there is no question that Katniss will take her place. I loved Katniss from page 1 of this book. She is so strong, and yet still a vulnerable 16 year old when no one is looking. I had tears in my eyes and a sob in my throat before I had even gotten to page 25 because of the lengths she went to for her family. Katniss is a character you will root for and become emotionally attached to.
The beginning of the novel started a bit slow for me, it was all necessary to the story but I was anxious to get to the games and to find out whether Katniss even had a chance at staying alive. Once I got a third of the way through, I simply could not put this book down. The story was action packed, smart, and captivating. My pulse raced and I held my breath along with Katniss every step of the way. I felt her despair and desperation. I felt her joys and her I cheered her on.
If you are looking for a smart, fascinating, unique story with noble and likable characters then Hunger Games will not disappoint you. Don’t let the Young Adult genre designation dissuade you, book lovers of all ages with enjoy this one.
FTC Disclaimer: This book was purchased by me.
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