Discover the origins of the legendary Hunger Games!

Step into a world where ambition, competition and power determine the fate not only of individuals but of entire communities. The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes reveals the story of a young Coriolanus Snow and offers a new perspective on the beginnings of one of the most iconic dystopias of our time.

The gripping story of young Coriolanus Snow

It is the morning that will begin the tenth annual Hunger Games. Eighteen-year-old Coriolanus Snow, from a once-powerful but now declining house, is given the only chance of his life - to become a mentor to a victor of the Hunger Games. His task is to prepare and support a girl from the poor Twelfth District, and every step he takes can mean the difference between triumph and ruin.

In the arena it will literally be a fight for survival, but even outside it Coriolanus finds himself caught between the rules and his own feelings and instincts. His fate begins to unfold in a compelling struggle between the desire for power and the will to survive - and it is this conflict that gives the story its unique depth and tension.

Why you'll love this book

This story opens the door to the beginnings of the phenomenon that changed young adult literature around the world. Fans of The Hunger Games will appreciate the detailed portrayal of characters and motivations not only of the main protagonist but also of the environment and rules that shape this entire world.

• An original perspective on the story before the creation of the Hunger Games.
• A thrilling plot full of strategic decisions and emotional twists.
• Well-developed characters that offer a fresh view on familiar history of the Hunger Games world.
• Perfect for fans