Book description
Dread Nation
Justina Ireland
Audiobook Review
This reviewer finds merit in Justina Ireland's inaugural contribution to speculative historical fiction, wherein the author demonstrates considerable competence in reimagining post-Civil War America through the lens of zombie apocalypse narrative.
The protagonist, Jane McKeene, emerges as a compelling figure whose dual expertise in combat proficiency and social graces positions her within a unique socioeconomic stratum. Ireland's construction of this character reflects nuanced understanding of intersectional identity politics within an alternate historical framework, particularly regarding the positioning of Negro women within restrictive societal structures.
The narrative premise, establishing an America where the dead walk battlefields and educational institutions train young people for zombie combat, presents innovative world-building elements. The reviewer notes the author's skillful integration of historical events-specifically references to Gettysburg and Chancellorsville-with fantastical elements, creating a cohesive alternate reality.
Particular attention should be directed toward Ireland's treatment of the Native and Negro Reeducation Act, which serves as both plot device and social commentary. The audiobook format enhances the delivery of these themes through vocal performance that effectively conveys the tension between societal expectations and individual agency.
The reviewer observes that Ireland's background in historical fiction, evidenced by her Scott O'Dell Award-winning work, contributes significantly to the authenticity of period details and social dynamics. Her experience with speculative fiction, particularly within the Star Wars universe, appears to inform her approach to world-building mechanics.
The conspiracy elements surrounding missing families in Baltimore County provide adequate propulsion for the narrative arc, though this reviewer maintains that the true strength lies in character development and social commentary rather than plot complexity.
Performance quality of the audiobook edition merits separate consideration, as the vocal delivery effectively captures the protagonist's voice while maintaining appropriate pacing for Ireland's prose style.
Recommended for listeners interested in alternate history narratives that foreground questions of race, class, and survival within transformed social structures.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
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Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience