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Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins
adventurous
dark
emotional
fast-paced
4.0
Again, this was a reread for me. Catching Fire suffers from second-book syndrome, meaning it doesn’t have the same depth as the other two books in the trilogy. Still, it was an enjoyable read, and I was impressed with the dynamic characters Collins created, particularly the previous victors of the Hunger Games (Finnick forever!).
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I rarely reread books, but I made an exception for The Hunger Games trilogy. I did the math—it’s been twelve years since I first read the series—and the first book still stands the test of time. Collins’ world-building is top-tier, and I found it hard to put the book down. Reading it feels like a masterclass in YA dystopian fiction.
The Cinderella Murder by Mary Higgins Clark, Alafair Burke
4.0
I am so excited that this series exists. As a 20/20 fanatic, I love the premise of a reality show that focuses on bringing light to cold cases. In this novel, they revisit the fictional murder of Susan Dempsey, a UCLA coed. Their investigation is full of twists and turns, and crime fiction lovers should add this backlist title to their shelf!
The Dollhouse Academy by Margarita Montimore
3.0
Acts of Violet, another title from Montimore, is one of my favorite books. To say that I’m a fan of this author would be an understatement. The Dollhouse Academy is a good story but lacks the magic I’ve come to expect from Montimore’s previous works. I would recommend this title to fans of Black Mirror, as it explores similar themes to the television series
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(I received an audio recording of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed above are my own.)