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Dread Nation

Name: Dread Nation
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Book Synopsis: New York Times bestseller; 6 starred reviews! At once provocative, terrifying, and darkly subversive, Dread Nation is Justina Ireland's stunning vision of an America both foreign and familiar—a country on the brink, at the explosive crossroads where race, humanity, and survival meet.

Jane McKeene was born two days before the dead began to walk the battlefields of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania—derailing the War Between the States and changing the nation forever.

In this new America, safety for all depends on the work of a few, and laws like the Native and Negro Education Act require certain children attend combat schools to learn to put down the dead.

But there are also opportunities—and Jane is studying to become an Attendant, trained in both weaponry and etiquette to protect the well-to-do. It's a chance for a better life for Negro girls like Jane. After all, not even being the daughter of a wealthy white Southern woman could save her from society's expectations.

But that's not a life Jane wants. Almost finished with her education at Miss Preston's School of Combat in Baltimore, Jane is set on returning to her Kentucky home and doesn't pay much mind to the politics of the eastern cities, with their talk of returning America to the glory of its days before the dead rose.

But when families around Baltimore County begin to go missing, Jane is caught in the middle of a conspiracy, one that finds her in a desperate fight for her life against some powerful enemies. And the restless dead, it would seem, are the least of her problems.

"Abundant action, thoughtful worldbuilding, and a brave, smart, and skillfully drawn cast entertain as Ireland illustrates the ignorance and immorality of racial discrimination and examines the relationship between equality and freedom." (Publishers Weekly, "An Anti-Racist Children's and YA Reading List")

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Discover the captivating and thought-provoking world of Justina Ireland's New York Times bestseller, Dread Nation. With six starred reviews, this groundbreaking novel takes you on a journey through an America that is both recognizable and foreign, a country on the edge of chaos where race, humanity, and survival collide.

Follow the story of Jane McKeene, a young girl born amidst the horrors of a nation divided by the dead. As the frightening reality of a world overrun by zombies threatens to consume everything she holds dear, Jane finds herself fighting not only for her own survival but also for the future of her people.

Immerse yourself in a world where safety is a privilege granted to a select few. In this new America, Jane's destiny hinges on her enrollment in a combat school mandated by the Native and Negro Education Act. Trained in the art of weaponry and etiquette, she becomes an Attendant – a protector of the privileged. But Jane yearns for more than just fulfilling society's expectations.

Join Jane as she embarks on a perilous journey that leads her into a web of conspiracy and danger. As families mysteriously vanish and a sinister plot unfolds, Jane finds herself battling powerful enemies who will stop at nothing to bring her down. It’s a thrilling fight for survival, as she navigates both the treacherous political landscape and the relentless threat of the undead lurking in the shadows.

Experience the heart-pounding action, rich worldbuilding, and diverse cast of characters that have captivated readers. Ireland's powerful storytelling sheds light on the dark undercurrents of racial discrimination and explores the fundamental connection between equality and freedom. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this unforgettable adventure.

Discover a world where courage, resilience, and the fight for justice take center stage. Begin your journey with Dread Nation today and prepare to be amazed. Click here to get your copy now!

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