This was a stunning conclusion to the world and story that Justina Ireland introduced in Dread Nation. This book hit the ground running and I was immediately invested. The story continues in this sequel right where we left off and Justina Ireland pulls no punches. It did lose some steam in the middle, but picked right back up in the last 100 pages or so. The friendship between Jane and Katherine was so interesting to read about because as hard as Jane tried to push Katherine away, she would never leave Jane alone. The love they had for each other was just such an amazing arc when comparing their dynamic in the beginning of the first book. I connected with Jane so so much especially in this book and even though at times she made it hard, I was rooting for her 100%. I’m just so happy that I finally picked up these books that have been of my bookshelf for the longest.