I wasn't that impressed when I started reading this as I didn't feel it lived up to the hype it's been given. However, it didn't take me long to get totally absorbed into the story. While I don't feel this book is particularly well-written, it is certainly a page-turner. I knew this was a great book when I found myself crying as I haven't cried while reading a book in a long time. Can't wait to read the rest of the series now as I really want to know what happens with Katniss and within her world.