Why do you hate Peeta? Can you give some reasons for that?
I think it's one of those natural internal hatreds. I can't give a precise reason for it. Gale was the better fighter, strategist, and could have been way more involved in the story if Collins allowed him to be. But I guess Peeta being so sweet and comforting appeals to some people. XP
I think the third book really put a bad view on everyone except Peeta. Katniss was portrayed as a selfish prick, Gale wasn't really there that much, most of the rebels leaders seemed like jerks, and everyone else was dead. Peeta was the only person that was honorable and loyal, besides his drugged state. I smell AUTHOR BIAS!!!!
While I'm here, why do you guys think Collins decided to get rid of most of the characters, by either death or just plain leaving? It seemed like a default choice that required no final planning on her part.