Panem's Beginning

by RoseThorns318

We know the story of Katniss Everdeen and her life living in Panem. But what about the story of how Panem came to be? This is that story, told through the eyes of Ella and Dean. Follow their stories to find out what really happened to North America and its people through war, famine, and natural disasters.

1. Prologue

Prologue

My name is Cornelia Montgomery. I am 22 years old. I have lived through the War of North America, the many famines and droughts, and I have survived. Dean told me to write this journal, to write down everything that had happened. Well, I guess you don't know who that is yet, but you will.

So here I am. To tell you the truth. About everything.

You may never end up reading this story. The guards may find this and burn it, or destroy it. For your sake I hope you are never found reading this journal, as a horrible fate will come your way. I'm certain of that. My hope is that the people will one day break out of their bubbles and rise up against this tyranny. But for that you would need time, and a spark.

Here is my story of how Panem came to be.