The Hunger Games is a dystopian novel written by Suzanne Collins. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the story follows Katniss Everdeen, a young girl who volunteers to take her sister's place in a televised fight to the death called the Hunger Games. The book became a global sensation, captivating readers with its thrilling action and thought-provoking social commentary. It spawned a successful film franchise and inspired a generation of young readers.