1 | The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins - a podcast by Pod Sibs

Set against the backdrop of the 10th Hunger Games, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes revolves around the adventures of a teenage Coriolanus Snow, who would go on to become the illustrious president of Panem. Falling on hard times, he is tasked with mentoring District 12 tribute Lucy Gray Baird for the 10th Hunger Games. [Source: Wiki]

DISCUSSION POINTS:

(00:13) To those who read the trilogy, what was your reaction when you first heard of this prequel? (07:13) Initial thoughts on the first few chapters of the book. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"? (12:29) What are your thoughts on the relationship between Lucy Gray and Coriolanus? Do you think Coriolanus ever really cared for Lucy Gray, or was he only interested in using her like he used everyone else? (22:18) Any favorite scenes or scenes that stood out? (30:05) Do you agree with Coriolanus and Dr. Gaul's worldview that people are inherently violent or do you believe in Lucy Gray's worldview that people are inherently good? (44:09) What did you think about Coriolanus and Lucy's scene in the end? What do you think happened to Lucy Gray? (53:04) Final thoughts (63:54) Have you read other books by the same author? If so, how does this book compare? (66:32) How do you feel about a movie adaptation of this book?

— July 5, 2020

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