This was my 22nd book finished in 2024.

This isn't something I thought I'd read. I watched the movie a couple years ago, and wasn't blown away by it. In fact, I wasn't keen on the casting, which hindered my enjoyment of the themes and messages.

My girlfriend loves the series, so with her encouragement we read the book together. I was surprised at how much I did like it. I thought it was exciting and easy to read, and admittedly unexpected.

There's just something I can't put my finger on, that stops me liking it more. And I don't know what that is. I suppose I have to just accept that I'm not the target audience (M30).

Katniss is much more likeable in the book. I still don't like Peeta. And I refuse to accept he can disguise himself as a tree or rock because he worked in a bakery... Easily the silliest part of the book.

Would probably read the next books in time.