Title: Dread Nation
Author: Justina Ireland
Series: Dread Nation #1
Publisher: Balzer + Bray
Date Published: April 3, 2018
Genre: Young Adult, Historical Fiction, Zombies
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
My Thoughts:
- What if the fallen soldiers of Gettysburg became zombies? Jane is a "freed" slave, but she has very few choices in life. She gets sent to a school where black girls get trained to be "companions." Basically, they protect rich white ladies from zombies. Jane is very good at what she does, and when she catches the attention of certain people, she gets shipped off to a town that is run by some really backwards/stupid guys.
- When I found out that this book was about zombies during the civil war, I knew I had to read it. I wanted to love the book, but I ended up just liking it. I'm glad I read it, but it was lacking a certain something.
- I loved Jane. She had major attitude and the snark to go with it. Her mouth got her in trouble a few times, and it was hilarious. She is also a kick butt fighter and an amazing leader. Despite not being "allowed" to take charge, she does anyway.
- The story had a few lulls in it. I wasn't as engrossed in the story as I wanted to be. I liked how the story handled race, sexism, and other hot topics, but I wasn't invested in the plot.
- The fighting scenes were great.
My Thoughts in a GIF:
I don't understand your gif, lol. What is that from?
ReplyDeleteI can understand why you only liked Dread Nation. Sometimes, books just don't appeal to you as much as they appeal to others.
It is from a cheesy Disney show.
DeleteThat combination of zombies and the Civil War is intriguing. It's too bad you didn't enjoy this one more.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lark. I would love to read other books about the Civil War and Zombies. It could be a thing.
DeleteIt sure has a great premise. I love the idea of the book. Nice review!
ReplyDeleteThanks Wendy! Yes, the premise is wonderful. I especially liked the author's note and why she wrote the book.
DeleteI wondered about this one...
ReplyDeleteI hope you are wondering a little less now.
DeleteI have heard a lot about this one and have been curious about it. I am glad you enjoyed it--even if you didn't love it. (My daughter is a huge fan of the Disney Zombies movies--okay, me too a little bit even if they are cheesy. LOL)
ReplyDeleteHa ha! Sometimes I just need a cheesy Disney show with happy dances and music.
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