Exclusive First Excerpt of Sunrise on the Reaping Unveiled
The first excerpt from Sunrise on the Reaping is here, offering fans a thrilling sneak peek into the next chapter of the Hunger Games saga.
As we return to Panem, Sunrise on the Reaping immerses readers in the action, introducing a new chapter that explores the untold story of the beloved Haymitch Abernathy. With its captivating suspense and intricate world-building, this preview ignites anticipation for the next installment in the series.
The excerpt immediately thrusts readers back into District 12, years before the events of the original books. The passage offers a sneak peek into the lives of Haymitch Abernathy, his family, and his girlfriend, Lenore Dove. We first meet Haymitch as he wakes up on his birthday, which also happens to be the day of the infamous Reaping. Then, we meet his younger brother Sid, and mother Ma. In the short preview, we follow Haymitch through his morning, where he isn’t too thrilled.
Despite the lingering fear in the air, Sid is all too excited to celebrate his brother’s birthday. This dynamic is heartwarming, since Sid’s lighthearted demeanor counters the more closed-off demeanor of the Haymitch we know and love. Although Haymitch isn’t one for affection, his feelings surface when he talks about his girlfriend and his love for wasting time.
As the Fiftieth Hunger Games Reaping ceremony approaches, Haymitch encounters his mom on his way out the door of his house in the Seam. His mother asks him to help with the chores, and we see young Haymitch’s stubborn charm through their dialogue. Even though the excerpt serves as a lighthearted introduction to Haymitch’s childhood, its ending reminds us of the growing tension and unease surrounding that eerie day.
Fans have noticed the striking similarities between these events and Katniss’s story, highlighting the incredible attention to detail Suzanne Collins brings to her books.
As anticipation builds, Sunrise on the Reaping promises to deliver another captivating chapter in the series—may the odds be ever in your favor as the book releases at midnight on March 18.
