This weeks Student Review is done by Jenna
Dread Nation by Justina Ireland
When the dead start to rise and walk the battlefields of the Civil War, the U.S. government believes they are best left to be handled by the most marginalized groups in the country. Under the Native and Negro Reeducation Act, Jane McKeene must attend a combat school to sharpen her shambler-killing skills. This path would create opportunity for a black woman in the 19th century, that is until Jane is suddenly embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy. Dread Nation is a rewritten history novel perfect for the young adult landscape. Jane reflects what we love most about zombie features - the willingness to survive in a world that is unsurvivable. Readers will be swept away into the compelling writing style and the moments that move them emotionally. What I love most about this novel is the cast of characters that is not only diverse, but also led by strong women. If you’d like to rethink the horrific possibilities of history, pick up Dread Nation.
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