A review by corik
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins

dark reflective tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

This book tries to be deep sometimes discussing human psychology but that is quickly overshadowed by the self-serving, arrogant, and bigoted main character who only uses those discussions to further solidify his own worldview rather than growing and evolving to be better.
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