The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is the bestselling prequel novel to The Hunger Games series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Suzanne Collins. Set decades before Katniss Everdeen's story, this gripping dystopian fantasy explores the origins of one of literature's most infamous villains, Coriolanus Snow. Filled with political intrigue, survival, ambition, moral dilemmas, romance, and unforgettable twists, this compelling prequel is perfect for fans of The Hunger Games, dystopian fiction, and action-packed young adult fantasy.

Years before becoming the ruthless President Snow, eighteen-year-old Coriolanus Snow is determined to restore his once-powerful family's reputation. Assigned to mentor Lucy Gray Baird, the female tribute from the impoverished District 12 during the Tenth Hunger Games, Coriolanus sees one final opportunity to secure his future. As the brutal competition unfolds, he finds himself torn between ambition and compassion, loyalty and survival. Every choice he makes shapes the man he will become, revealing the dangerous path from hope to power in the world of Panem.

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Paperback – The Hunger Games Series Prequel

Expanding the unforgettable world of Panem, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes delivers a thrilling look at the early Hunger Games while exploring themes of power, morality, survival, and human nature. This bestselling prequel is an essential addition to every Hunger Games collection and a must-read for longtime fans and new readers alike.

Product Details

Title: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (A Hunger Games Novel)

Author: Suzanne Collins

Format: Paperback

Series: The Hunger Games Series – Prequel

Genre:

• Young Adult Dystopian Fiction
• Fantasy
• Science Fiction
• Adventure
• Young Adult Fiction

Pages: 528

Dimensions: 1.18 x 8.08 x 5.33 inches

Publication Date: August 1, 2023

Accelerated Reader:

• Interest Level: Upper Middle Grades (6 and up)
• Reading Level: 6.1
• AR Points: 24

Features:

• Hunger Games series prequel
• Dystopian adventure
• Origin story of Coriolanus Snow
• Panem world-building
• Survival competition
• Political intrigue
• Young adult fantasy
• BookTok favorite
• Major motion picture adaptation
• International bestselling series

Author Biography

Suzanne Collins is the internationally bestselling author of The Hunger Games series, including The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mockingjay, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, and Sunrise on the Reaping. Her books have sold more than 100 million copies worldwide, been translated into over fifty languages, and inspired blockbuster film adaptations. Collins is celebrated for her compelling storytelling, unforgettable characters, and thought-provoking exploration of power, sacrifice, and survival.