here's my take on The Hunger Games...
I start with a disclaimer. I like stuff that makes other people roll their eyes. I LIKE Keanue Reeves acting. I can easily get immersed into moves and books and even if I notice problems - as long as you don't assault me - I'll work with you. Heck even if you do assault me, if like the way you write - I'll still work with you.
What I really liked about The Hunger Games is the IMO more realistic portrayal of someone who is put into traumatic experiences - particularly the end of the book. I don't want to spoil it for anyone so I'll just leave it at that and the ones who have read it will hopefully understand what I'm talking about. If not, rep or pm me and I'll explain
I enjoyed falling in love with Katniss. She was young, she was fallible, she wasn't the uber hero - she was a girl who just so happened to do the right thing under pressure. The more time she had to think - the worse off she was. lol I can relate to that.
For me, THG is the series to beat in regards to YA Dystopian Fiction.