Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

Reviewed by Lori
Mockingjay
Title: Mockingjay

Series: The Hunger Games Trilogy

Author: Suzanne Collins

Perma-Bound Catalogue #: 44898

Description: Katniss' survival in her second Hunger Games has angered the Capitol and all those she loves are in danger.

Rubric Rating: Level 4: Love it!

Why I Read It: As the last book in the Hunger Games Trilogy I had to see how it all ended.

Lori's Notes:  The Capitol has made a fatal error by creating a symbol of rebellion in Katniss.  She has escaped to District 13 - a district that is beyond the Capitol's control.  The districts are rising up to gain power against the Capitol but those wishing to wrest control may be no better than those in power now. Katniss struggles with her feelings for both Gale and Peeta, but her love for Prim is unwavering.  In the end, Katniss becomes the instrument she feared she would become.  I enjoyed this read whole-heartedly.  The series ended how I preferred and I felt that the consequences of the actions and decisions (from all the novels) led to the inevitable outcome.  At times heartbreaking, there is still hope, and a glimpse into a brighter future.

Recommended Readers: I would recommend this whole series to anyone who is interested in the dystopian genre.  Grade 9 and up.

Themes: Sisters, Family, Reunion, Dystopian, Political upheaval, Revolution, Usurping Power, Love, Choices, War.

Cross-Genre Links: 
Music: My Immortal by Evanescence
Music: Blackbird by The Beatles (or Sarah McLachlan version)
Movie: Matrix Series
Movie: Mockingjay Part 1 (2014)

Post Reading Questions and Activities:

  • Why doesn't District 13 move against the Capitol earlier?
  • Gale's battle strategies are eventually used to devastating consequences.  How does this change his relationship with Katniss?
  • Did you favour Gale or Peeta?  Why?
  • Why do you think Katniss chose not to shoot President Snow?
  • Design a Movie poster for any of the books in the Hunger Games Trilogy

Other Titles in the Hunger Games Series: 
Book 2: Catching Fire
Book 3: Mockingjay


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