Incarceron

Incarceron by Catherine Fisher

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


Incarceron is a prison created originally as a Utopian society. It was created at the same time as the world outside decided to end the fear of technological advances by reverting to a life patterned after medieval times. Claudia, the daughter of the prison's warden, is raised in this false medieval environment and resents it's restrictions on her life. She also resents the fact that she must marry Casper, the prince of the Realms.



Finn is locked in the prison Incarceron, which has now degenerated into a base, dog-eat-dog society, and is trying to escape with his friends. Claudia's life intersects with Finn's when the two stumble onto high-tech keys, which allow them a glimpse into each other's world. Both are surprised at what they see.



The story is a little confusing at first, but turns out to be a first rate read for fantasy lovers.



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Mockingjay

Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


Mockingjay is a surprising but satisfying conclusion to the Hunger Games trilogy. It is a little darker than the previous books. In fact, it is somewhat depressing. But, Katniss, the heroine, doesn't disappoint. The Hunger Games series is one you can't put down.



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