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One of the new revelations in Sunrise on the Reaping is the names of Katniss and Prim’s parents—Astrid March and Berdock. The novel paints a vivid picture of their lives, particularly focusing on Astrid, who comes from the merchant sector and worked in an apothecary. Readers also learn that Berdock was close friends with Haymitch Abernathy. Their relationship became strained after a traumatic incident involving Haymitch, which ultimately shaped much of his character in the original series. This exploration into their backstory enhances our understanding of Katniss’s family background.