Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

The Second Prequel to the Worldwide Phenomenon The Hunger Games.
Return to the world of Panem twenty-four years before the events of The Hunger Games. It is the morning of the reaping for the Fiftieth Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell. In this landmark year, twice as many tributes will be taken from their homes, thrusting four children from each district into the deadly arena. 

This propulsive and heart-wrenching novel follows sixteen-year-old Haymitch Abernathy as he is reaped for the Games. Torn from his family and the girl he loves, Haymitch must navigate an arena designed for his failure. Through his eyes, Suzanne Collins explores the chilling power of propaganda, the complexities of political manipulation, and the enduring spark of rebellion that begins long before Katniss Everdeen. 

Key Features

• Origin Story: Reveals the tragic and heroic backstory of Haymitch Abernathy, the cynical mentor from the original trilogy.
• Second Quarter Quell: Details the unique and brutal 50th Games featuring 48 tributes—double the usual number.
• Series Connections: Bridges the gap between The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes and the original trilogy, featuring appearances by younger versions of series favorites like Mags, Wiress, Beetee, and Plutarch Heavensbee.
• Deeper Lore: Explores the history of District 12 and the origins of iconic series symbols, including the Mockingjay pin. 

Benefits

• Must-Read for Fans: Provides essential context that makes every line of the original Hunger Games trilogy hit harder.
• Thought-Provoking Themes: Explores timeless issues of unchecked government power, the ethics of media manipulation, and the cost of survival.
• Upcoming Film Connection: Read the story before the major motion picture adaptation arrives in theaters in November 2026.

Product Details
Title: Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel)
Author: Suzanne Collins
Publisher: Scholastic
Publication Date: March 2025
Format: Hardback
ISBN-13: 9780702340574