A highly interesting read, but contains violence and problematic morality.
Plot
After their unprecedented joint victory in the Hunger Games, Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark find out that their actions during the games were seen as a rebellion against the Capitol, and have unknowingly incited revolts in some of the districts. Since nearly a year has passed since the last Hunger Games, it's time for the 75th to start. Because it's the Quarter Quell (which happens every 25th anniversary of the Games), the Capitol introduces a twist to the already violent and barbaric Games that leaves everyone shocked.
Morality
Morality is problematic throughout the story. It would seem that doing something wrong is justifiable if it is done with the right motives.
Spiritual Content
None.
Violence
Just as in the first book, there is a substantial amount of violence. Several characters are killed or punished violently. Injuries are sometimes described in a very graphic way.
Drug and Alcohol Content
A couple of characters are often drunk or are addicted to drugs. Drinking is mentioned often.
Sexual Content
There are lots of kissing and hugging, and two characters sleep in bed together repeatedly, though nothing sexual happens between them. An attractive woman strips a couple of times. A man pays starving young women for sex.
Crude or Profane Language or Content
Several characters are mentioned as shouting obscenities at each other, but the actual words are not indicated.
Conclusion
This is a fast-paced, action-packed sequel to the first book and is even more violent than the first. Younger readers should beware before reading this because of the violence and blurred morality lines.
