The Hunger Games

Summary

In the ruins of a country once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, ruled by the wealthy Capitol and divided into twelve poorer districts. Each year, as punishment for a past rebellion, every district must send one boy and one girl to compete in the Hunger Games, a televised fight to the death. When her younger sister is chosen, sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her place. Sent to the Capitol alongside fellow tribute Peeta Mellark, Katniss must rely on instinct, alliances and the guidance of her mentor to survive an arena built to kill her, all while the whole nation watches.