I think a large number of teens (females in particular) would be drawn to the book by the love triangle that exists between Katniss, Peeta and the boy Katniss left behind at home. Boys, especially, would be drawn to the Games themselves. The fighting, weapons, and intiguing involved would certainly interest them.
While not many (or any) students will have to experience the same thing Katniss did, it is reasonable that they would have to make tough decisions and function based on their skils as Kat did. Learning to survive on your own becomes a major theme to this novel.
While the plot my be fantastical, the story is told in such a realistic way that teens would easily be able to relate. Katniss sturggles to make decisions, just as many teens would too.
I think setting the stage and explaining the basic plot line would be enough to intrigue students to read this book--I know it worked for me. The idea of fighting to the death like gladiators is so horrific that I think many readers are immediately drawn in.
VOYA Codes:
5Q, 5P, M,J,S
By far, this is one of the best page turners I've come across lately. I was literally unable to put the book down and I can't wait to read the sequel when it comes out in September!
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