54 pages • 1 hour read
Suzanne CollinsCatching Fire
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins, Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark face heightened danger and political tension after winning the 74th Hunger Games. Forced to maintain a façade during their Victory Tour, they witness rebellions brewing in various districts. With the announcement of the Quarter Quell, Katniss is thrust back into the arena to fight once more against past victors, navigating complex alliances and strategies. After sabotaging the arena, she is rescued by rebels who reveal a larger plot, and she learns that District 12 has been destroyed. The book depicts instances of self-harm.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins garners praise for its gripping narrative and complex characters, maintaining the momentum of its predecessor. Readers commend the intensified themes and character development. Criticism, however, targets the pacing and predictability in parts. Overall, it effectively bridges the first and final books, enriching the trilogy.
Who Should Read Catching Fire?
A reader who would enjoy Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins is typically a young adult interested in dystopian realities, action-packed plots, and strong, relatable protagonists. Fans of Divergent by Veronica Roth and Legend by Marie Lu will likely find this book captivating. The themes of rebellion and survival resonate well with those who appreciate intense, well-crafted narratives in speculative fiction.
RecommendedReading Age
12-18yearsLexile Level
820LBook Details
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Fantasy
Action / Adventure
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge
Emotions/Behavior: Memory