In this episode, Jo and JoJo read their first sequel! Alta by Mercedes Lackey depicts our main character, formerly Vetch now Kiron, and his dragon, Avatre, as they return to their home country of Alta. However, all is not as it seems, and the utopia that Kiron has dreamt of starts to crumble as he and his new friends discover the secrets of the ruling class. In Alta, Lackey continues her allegory of the American war in Iraq, with themes that include toxic nationalism, propaganda, and surveillance. Jo and JoJo continue to be pleasantly surprised by Lackey’s delicacy and nuance in her prose. Join us as we discuss how relevant this book still feels 20 years later.
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