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Rue's death was definitely the most tragic death in the games. Rue reminds me so much of Prim... However, in a turn of events, Peeta and Katniss have finally found each other. And it is finally announced two tributes can win! Rereading this part only reminds more of what is to come at the end of the games...

Katniss finally meets Rue. This relationship is one of my favorites. I enjoyed rereading Katniss's confusion in her relationship with Peeta. First she thinks he's out to get her... He is with the Careers, after all. But then he saves her? Puts a lot of things into perspective as The Games continue on...

This part of the book is where things are beginning to get exciting. I enjoy how the writing keeps me interested by throwing in twists and turns like making Katniss "The girl on fire". I also love the part when the tributes get to "show off" their talents to be judged. I like how Haymitch is slowly growing a relationship with Peeta and Katniss. It makes me look forward to how he will mentor once they're in the games.

I have read this book before, and I really enjoyed it the first time. I like reliving the beginning in which Gale and Katniss have such a close relationship because I only remember their later relationship. I also like seeing the different details I missed the first time like some of the dialogue. Re-reading the reaping also excited me.