Hells yes. I'm a fan of dystopia/societal collapse kind of stuff (which often pops up in YA lit), and enjoyed them a lot. I was worried it would be a rip-off of Battle Royale, but aside from sharing a central plot device, they're very different.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_Royale_%28film%29
That is what I was wondering. I like Battle Royale and didn't want a new verison of it. I have read that it is more of a retelling of the Theseus myth, which I really like about it.
Yes, I've read all three books and found them compelling. Anyone who reduces the story to a love triangle is absolutely missing the points of the book.
After reading the books, I recommend reading "The Girl Who Was on Fire," a compilation of 12 short essays about various aspects of the book, written by other authors.
I've read them and they're great. Starts out stronger than it finishes, but it's a quick, engaging read and it isn't really that similar to Battle Royale.
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Date: 2012-03-19 07:44 pm (UTC)After reading the books, I recommend reading "The Girl Who Was on Fire," a compilation of 12 short essays about various aspects of the book, written by other authors.
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Date: 2012-03-20 03:18 pm (UTC)I've not read them but this teacher lady at the dog park says that A. They're Great, and B. You can read them all in one weekend.
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