Catching Fire

Catching Fire is the gripping sequel to The Hunger Games, continuing the story of Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark as they return home to District 12 in the country of Panem after surviving the 74th Hunger Games. Though they’ve emerged victorious, their troubles are far from over. “Katniss Everdeen survived the Hunger Games. Now the Capitol wants revenge.” Whispers of rebellion begin to spread, and Katniss and Peeta find themselves at the center of a growing unrest—one they may have unknowingly ignited.As part of their duties as victors, Katniss and Peeta embark on a victory tour across the districts. Their first stop is District 11, home to Katniss’s fallen ally Rue, where an emotional tribute is paid to her memory.The 75th Games bring new rules, unexpected alliances, and dangerous surprises, all set against the backdrop of a nation on the brink of revolution. As tensions rise and the Capitol’s grip begins to falter, Katniss must navigate a treacherous path filled with sacrifice and resistance.Catching Fire received widespread acclaim, earning a spot as the fourth best fiction book of 2009 by Time magazine and eighth in People magazine’s Best Books of 2009.