Book of the Month - Hunger games

I am so excited that the book of the month for February is The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. At first glance, you may have hesitations about reading the book because it is after all a young adult novel. Do not let this dissuade you at all! I had been eagerly anticipating this book back in the Fall of 2008. The moment I got my hands on it, I devoured it (which included neglecting my family at supper). I walked in the next day at work and raved about this book to many of the staff and patrons. Everyone who has picked this book up has loved it.
Now, let me tell you why I enjoyed the book immensely. It was a quick read, had a disturbing plot and it was well written. Imagine yourself in the future, living in a district controlled by an overpowering State where if you are between 12-18, you may end up in a survivor like battle. The twist is that at least in survivor, you live......