The Hunger Games is a dystopian science fiction novel by Suzanne Collins. Set in a post-apocalyptic future, the story takes place in the nation of Panem, where teenagers are forced to participate in a televised fight to the death called the Hunger Games. With its themes of oppression, survival, and rebellion, The Hunger Games offers a gripping exploration of a dystopian society and the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity.