My mother just wanted me to forget it. So, of course, every word was immediately, irrevocably branded into my brain.

I think we put our children at an enormous disadvantage by not educating them in war, by not letting them understand about it at an early age.

Katniss Everdeen, you have caused a spark, wich left unattended, may cause a spark that could cause a whole rebelion

A need for revenge can burn long and hot. Especially if every glance in a mirror reinforces it.

Whatever it takes to break you.

Why don't I just pretend I'm on camera, Plutarch?" I say. "Yes! Perfect. One is always much braver with an audience," he says. "Look at the courage Peeta just displayed!" It's all I can do not to slap him.

The audience must be sick to death of the star-crossed lovers from District 12. I know I am.