Haymitch Abernathy is struggling. Not only does he sleep with a knife within 2 feet of him at night, but his alcoholism has reached its limit. Much less concerned for Haymitch's well being, but concerned for the rebellion, President Coin suggests Haymitch talk to a psychiatrist she knows. However what this psychiatrist asks of him, will test his strength without alcohol. Will Haymitch be able to pull through and relive what happened all those years ago without driving himself insane? Will this help him quit drinking so he can aid the girl on fire in the rebellion? - the first chapter is Set after Katniss has visited district 8 but before Peeta is saved and they go to district 2, in the Mockingjay book