A review by camiclarkbooks
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins
adventurous
challenging
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
“A Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” is a fantastic addition to the Hunger Games franchise, serving as a terrific prequel and excellent foil to the dystopian trilogy.
Collins is a master storyteller for not only is she able to interest her readers with the backstory of President Snow, she’s also able to write him in such a way that makes the reader sympathize with him.
Collins is a master storyteller for not only is she able to interest her readers with the backstory of President Snow, she’s also able to write him in such a way that makes the reader sympathize with him.
Content Warnings
Minor: Grief, Gun violence, Drug abuse, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Toxic friendship, Murder, Violence, Blood, Fire/Fire injury, Medical content, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, Animal cruelty, Death, and War