The Victor's Tour takes Katniss and Peeta to all 12 districts of Panem, where they are celebrated as heroes and the symbol of hope for the oppressed masses. However, Katniss becomes increasingly aware of the harsh reality of life in the districts, where people struggle with poverty, oppression, and the constant threat of violence from the Capitol's Peacekeepers.
At the same time, President Snow and his loyalist advisers are plotting to eliminate Katniss as a symbol of resistance and to quash any hope of rebellion. They use their control of the media to portray Katniss and Peeta as a loving couple, despite their real feelings of confusion and betrayal towards each other.
The Quarter Quell is a special edition of the Hunger Games that takes place every 25 years and features new and brutal rules. This time, the Capitol announces that the tributes will be drawn from the pool of previous victors, meaning that Katniss and Peeta will have to fight against skilled and experienced opponents, some of whom they know personally.
As Katniss tries to navigate the treacherous waters of politics and survival, she finds herself drawn to new allies and old friends, including the enigmatic District 12 mentor Haymitch Abernathy, the rebellious stylist Cinna, and the fierce tribute Johanna Mason. They all play a role in Katniss' journey to challenge the Capitol's tyranny and ignite the fires of revolution in the oppressed districts.