The fifth book in the Hunger Games series focuses on Haymitch Abernathy during the fiftieth annual Hunger Games and the Quarter Quell, which requires double the tributes. Torn from his home and love, Haymitch is thrust into a dangerous competition alongside three others from District 12. Despite feeling set up to fail, he finds a will to fight, with stakes that extend beyond the arena. The book is a USA Today and New York Times bestseller, with a film adaptation set for November 2026.
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Customers find this book to be a favorite addition to the Hunger Games series, with brilliant writing that keeps readers invested throughout. The story is intense and heartbreaking, providing richly developed characters and answering many questions about Haymitch Abernathy’s backstory. They appreciate how it ties together elements from previous books and offers thought-provoking depth, with one customer noting how it deepens their understanding of the world.
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