5 Books Like The Hunger Games and Legend by Marie Lu

“The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins and “Legend” by Marie Lu are two dystopian series that have captured the hearts and minds of readers with their thrilling adventures, intricate worlds, and relatable characters.

“The Hunger Games” takes us to a post-apocalyptic world where young tributes are forced to fight to the death in a televised event. “Legend” follows the story of two teens from opposite sides of a divided society who are brought together by a series of events that change their lives forever.

If you’re a fan of these two gripping series, you’ll be excited to discover these five other books that share similar elements of action, suspense, and complex characters. From tales of rebellion and survival to stories of love and betrayal, these books are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat and leave you wanting more. So, without further ado, let’s dive into the world of dystopian books that are like “The Hunger Games” and “Legend.”

Recommendations

Divergent by Veronica Roth - This book is set in a world where society is divided into factions based on virtues. Tris, the protagonist, must navigate her way through dangerous initiation tests while keeping her true identity a secret. This book has a similar action-packed plot with a strong female lead as The Hunger Games.
Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard - In The Red Queen, the world is divided into two classes - those with silver blood who have superhuman abilities and those with red blood who do not. The heroine, Mare Barrow, discovers that she has an ability of her own and must navigate the dangerous world of politics and power struggles. If you enjoyed the political intrigue in Legend, then Red Queen will be right up your alley.
The Maze Runner by James Dashner - A group of boys wakes up in a maze with no memory of how they got there or their past lives. As they try to solve the mystery of the maze and escape, they must deal with dangerous creatures and their own fears. If you loved the survivalist aspect of The Hunger Games, then The Maze Runner will be perfect for you.
Delirium by Lauren Oliver - In this world, love has been deemed a disease that needs to be cured. Lena, the protagonist, is looking forward to her upcoming cure until she falls in love with someone who challenges her beliefs about love and society. This book deals with themes of love, loss and oppression similar to those explored in Marie Lu’s Legend series.
Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi - In Shatter Me, Juliette has a power that makes her untouchable - anyone who touches her skin immediately dies. After being locked away for years because of her powers, Juliette is forced to become a weapon for a corrupt government. If you loved the sci-fi elements in Legend and The Hunger Games, then Shatter Me will be right up your alley.

Happy reading!