xmusicxobsessed 's review for:

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

5.0

dark emotional sad tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

---

I was close to tears constantly. Two chapters in and I was already devastated. Haymitch's story is a sad but important one that shows the power of propaganda and media manipulation. I loved Maysilee as well. We lost a queen too soon.  

---

Content Warnings

Graphic: Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Death

Moderate: Police brutality, Death of parent

Minor: Alcoholism