Dread Nation - by Justina Ireland

Dread Nation by Justina Ireland is a thought-provoking and gripping novel that explores themes of race, survival, and power in an alternate history where the Civil War never ended.

Set in a world where Confederate and Union soldiers rise from the dead at the end of the war, this book follows the story of Jane McKeene, a young Negro girl who is trained to become an Attendant, a skilled fighter tasked with protecting the wealthy elite from the dead.

But as Jane delves deeper into the world of combat schools and political intrigue, she begins to question her role in this new society and the true cost of survival.

With its unique blend of action, suspense, and social commentary, Dread Nation is a must-read for fans of speculative fiction and those interested in exploring the complexities of race and power in America.