This book was just okay for me. So many people have said, "If you liked The Hunger Games, you'll like this.", so I tried it. It does NOT hold a candle. It's a pretty good book, but it felt very much the "set-up" book for the next one (which I will read because I have heard it is MUCH better). I didn't love it, didn't hate it. I'm glad I read it. Also glad I borrowed it from the library instead of purchasing it...