Samira Wiley narrates!

I accidentally downloaded this version when I had thought I was downloading the Jack Black version. I was disappointed that the narrator was someone else. Luckily, my disappointment faded quickly when I reread the narrator's name. I'm a huge fan of Wiley's work and the roles she's chosen. She succeeds in being so very relatable through the tv screen despite the dramatic scenarios her characters find themselves in (Orange is the New Black, and, of course, Handmaid's Tale). She works her magic here too through the car speakers. She has a young, energetic, curious, and indomitable vibe that comes through in this reading/acting that my 8 year instantly felt connected to. Wiley's reading felt sincere, which reinforced the lessons of each chapter, creating meaningful, aspirational heft. Good stuff. Grateful that producers and author chose a female voice! I have two sons and even to them it's obvious the shameful lack of female protagonists in literature consumed and aimed at kids. More Max Brooks! More Samira Wiley!



Btw, I totally enjoyed story. And I sometimes want to bang my head against the wall when my kid wants to talk about the video game for the 100th time that day. Plus, book demystified for me some of the appeal of the game. Good resource for befuddled grown ups.