Overview

• The highly anticipated novel 'Sunrise on the Reaping' was officially released on March 18, 2025, and is expected to be one of the year's bestselling fiction titles.
• Set 24 years before the original trilogy, the book delves into Haymitch Abernathy's traumatic experience during the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell.
• Themes of authority, rebellion, and propaganda are central to the novel, inspired by David Hume's philosophical ideas, while expanding the lore of Panem's societal dynamics.
• The book has received widespread acclaim for its character depth and connection to the original series, with fans celebrating its launch through global midnight release events.
• A film adaptation is in development, scheduled for a November 2026 release, continuing the franchise's expansion and cultural relevance.