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Dread Nation

Justina Ireland

4.15 AVERAGE


Was a little disappointed in this one. I'd never read a historical zombie book so I was expecting a lot and this fell flat for me. The characters were all lacking something and the plot didn't get exciting until the last two or three chapters. I also felt shaken out of the story with every chapter title, as they came off as comedic and childish while the rest of the book had a darker tone.

I will say the casual ace and bi rep was nice to see though!

3.5
adventurous dark funny medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

To say I'm obsessed with our main character is an understatement! I would follow her anywhere. She was funny and bad ass, but also had a good heart. I also loved this 'alternative' version of history. The world and time was so well-developed and realized. I can't wait to read the sequel!

9/10 holy shit this was awesome!!
adventurous dark emotional hopeful inspiring sad tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful mysterious reflective sad tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Review forthcoming for Monster Librarian.
Read. This. Book. NOW.
adventurous challenging dark funny hopeful medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
adventurous mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix