At long last, Mockingjay! I never thought I would be enthralled by what is essentially a book for young adults, but I've been pleasantly surprised by this series. Thoughtful and robust, yet unburdened by a dense mythology that many less gifted authors mistake for "world-building", this book is a keeper.
I would offer a synopsis of The Hunger Games trilogy, but I'd rather not. Just check it out. It's worth it.
Ordinarily, I don't promote events, but when you wed my passion for football with my even greater passion for worthwhile causes in a single event, you deserve the exposure that comes from being featured in a blog with dozens of rabid followers. I would have said hundreds, but that would occasion a trip to receive absolution.
Megatent Events Venue, in cooperation with Bannister Academy, is hosting Mega Tambulan at Megatent, a whole day streetsoccer challenge to support the efforts of the Philippine Team to the Homeless World Cup. This is a wonderful opportunity to see first class street soccer, buy Team Philippines apparel, and soak in cool Filipino music. Games start at 8 am, and will continue into the evening. Admission, much like the spirits of the noble young men who will represent the Philippines in Rio de Janeiro this September, is free.
Homeless is not hopeless.
Photo Credits:
Picture of Mockingjay comes courtesy of The Hunger Games Trilogy Fansite.
1 comments:
I had heard that trilogy was good but was not sure I would put it on my to read list until I saw your glowing reviews.;P. I am currently enjoying the Stieg Larsson trilogy (on book 2 now). Once I am done with those I am eagerly planning on staring the the Hunger Games trilogy.
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