The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Set in a dystopian future, the novel revolves around a teenager named Katniss Everdeen, who lives in a post-apocalyptic nation where the government, in order to maintain control, forces each of its twelve districts to send a boy and girl to participate in a televised annual event. This event, known as the Hunger Games, is a fight to the death. When Katniss's younger sister is selected to participate, Katniss volunteers to take her place. The book follows her struggle for survival in the cruel game, against the backdrop of a brewing rebellion against the oppressive regime.
The 832nd greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 967
Since this book was first published in 2008, there is a penalty of 54.4%. The age adjusted score is 440.95.
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