The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins | did this even need a love triangle?

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli crack open their reread of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, and it’s a mix of chaos, nostalgia, and bread-fueled sarcasm. They reflect on the book’s most emotional and iconic moments—from Rue’s tragic death and Katniss’ symbolic rebellion to Peeta’s dramatic mud camouflage and the Capitol’s twisted game rules. They dive into Katniss’ slow emotional processing, the awkward song lyrics, and the lack of dialogue that made this reread feel hollow than they remembered. Still, the themes and structure held strong, even if the romance felt like an act—and not just to the Capitol.