Gregor the Overlander
by Suzanne Collins
Book Overview
Eleven-year-old Gregor and his toddler sister, Boots, plunge through a laundry-room grate into the Underland, a hidden world of pale, violet-eyed humans and giant talking creatures. Branded the “Overland warrior,” Gregor must lead a perilous quest against a ruthless rat kingdom; when he learns the rats hold his missing father, duty collides with desperation. He unites humans, bats, and cockroaches under the Prophecy of Gray, braves treachery and terror, and wrestles with leadership, sacrifice, and a destiny he never chose—where every decision could cost lives, including his own.
This guide maps every chapter, profiles the full cast, unpacks central themes, and curates memorable quotes with sharp commentary. Expect focused context and analysis that deepen your grasp of Gregor’s world and sharpen the stakes of every scene.