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"Although the bird kids were created from science, the story is still about the kids and how they interact within the group and the world."

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"This and the Maze are both books with a science fiction base, but the books are about the people in them and how they deal with situations thrown their way."

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"Set in the future, science fiction based, but it's all about Catniss and how she handles herself and her relationships."

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"Another post-apolyptic book, but with great characters and emotions that are the basis for the story."

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"Even though it's more of a post-apolyptic book, it still has elements of science fiction in it and the story is focused on the people and their search for safety."

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"Science fiction based, but huge on characters and story plot."

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