23 Epic Quotes from “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins

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In a world ravaged by war and oppression, where children are forced to fight for their lives as entertainment for the masses, The Hunger Games stands tall as a testament to the power of human spirit.

Suzanne Collins' iconic trilogy has captivated readers worldwide with its gripping narrative, memorable characters, and thought-provoking themes. As we delve into the world of Panem, where survival is a constant struggle and rebellion is a glimmer of hope, we find ourselves immersed in a story that resonates deeply with our own fears, desires, and resilience.

Within the pages of this unforgettable series lies a treasure trove of quotes that not only illuminate the characters' journeys but also serve as a poignant reminder of our own capacity for courage, compassion, and defiance.

Join us as we explore some of the most epic quotes from The Hunger Games trilogy, and discover why this beloved series continues to inspire and haunt readers of all ages.

1) “You don’t forget the face of the person who was your last hope.”

2) “I am not pretty. I am not beautiful. I am as radiant as the sun.”

3) “Deep in the meadow, hidden far away
A cloak of leaves, a moonbeam ray
Forget your woes and let your troubles lay
And when it's morning again, they'll wash away
Here it's safe, here it's warm
Here the daisies guard you from every harm
Here your dreams are sweet and tomorrow brings them true
Here is the place where I love you.”

4) “One more time? For the audience?" he says. His voice isn't angry. It's hollow, which is worse. Already the boy with the bread is slipping away from me. I take his hand, holding on tightly, preparing for the cameras, and dreading the moment when I will finally have to let go.”

5) “For there to be betrayal, there would have to have been trust first.”

6) “Here's some advice. Stay alive.”

7) “Because when he sings...even the birds stop to listen.”

8) “You’re not leaving me here alone,” I say. Because if he dies, I’ll never go home, not really. I’ll spend the rest of my life in this arena, trying to think my way out.”

9) “And while I was talking, the idea of actually losing Peeta hit me again and I realized how much I don't want him to die. And it's not about the sponsors. And it's not about what will happen when we get home. And it's not just that I don't want to be alone. It's him. I do not want to lose the boy with the bread.”

10) “Stupid people are dangerous.”

11) “And then he gives me a smile that just seems so genuinely sweet with just the right touch of shyness that unexpected warmth rushes through me.”

12) “May the odds be ever in your favor!”

13) “Kind people have a way of working their way inside me and rooting there.”

14) “They're already taking my future! They can't have the things that mattered to me in the past!”

15) “Only I keep wishing I could think of a way...to show the Capitol they don't own me. That I'm more than just a piece in their Games.”

16) “Hope is the only thing stronger than fear.”

17) “This is the first kiss that we're both fully aware of. Neither of us hobbled by sickness or pain or simply unconscious. Our lips neither burning with fever or icy cold. This is the first kiss where I actually feel stirring inside my chest. Warm and curious. This is the first kiss that makes me want another.”

18) “You're not going to die. I forbid it. All right?" "All right," he whispers.”

19) “I feel like I owe him something, and I hate owing people. Maybe if I had thanked him at some point, I'd be feeling less conflicted now. I thought about it a couple of times, but the opportunity never seemed to present itself. And now it never will. Because we're going to be thrown into an arena to fight to the death. Exactly how am I supposed to work in a thank-you in there? Somehow it just won't seem sincere if I'm trying to slit his throat.”

20) “I take his hand, holding on tightly, preparing for the cameras, and dreading the moment when I will finally have to let go.”

21) “Betrayal. That’s the first thing I feel, which is ludicrous. For there to be betrayal, there would have had to been trust first.”

22) “Star-crossed lovers desperate to get home together. Two hearts beating as one. Romance.”

23) “The mayor finishes the dreary Treaty of Treason and motions for Peeta and me to shake hands. His are as solid and warm as those loaves of bread. Peeta looks me right in the eye and gives my hand what I think is meant to be a reassuring squeeze. Maybe it's just a nervous spasm. We turn back the crowd as the anthem of Panem plays. Oh well, I think. There will be twenty-four of us. Odds are someone else will kill him before I do. Of course, the odds have not been very dependable of late.”

24) “Go to sleep," he says softly. His hand brushes the lose strands of my hair off my forehead. Unlike the staged kisses and caresses so far, this gesture seems natural and comforting. I don't want him to stop and he doesn't. He's still stroking my hair when I fall asleep.”