It was a very fast read, indeed, but it wasn't as engrossing and thrilling as the the first book was. The plot was too far-fetched and unbelievable. Like if you had enemies who had gained their influence at the Arena via TV, would you put them there again? 
 The whole setup felt forced, though quite predictable. And Katniss. I had to constantly remind myself that she's a 17-year-old girl under duress, yet I lost interest in her. 
 I'll be reading Mockingjay soon, but just because I want to finish the Hunger Games series. 
 3.5 stars