A review by talknerdybookblog
Dread Nation by Justina Ireland

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful inspiring tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Representation: Black biracial main character, Black biracial (white-passing) supporting character, Black side characters, LGBTQIA+ main character and Lenape side character

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Mature Themes:

• References to sex 
• Allusions to drug use 
• Discussion of prostitution


Possible Triggers: Yes

• Violence (Blood and gore)
• Torture (whipping)
• Corporal punishment (of children) 
• Allusion to sexual violence and assault 
• Racial slurs 
• Unwanted experimentation (“vaccination”)


Ending:

• Plot-wise — cliffhanger 
• Character-wise — HFN