Uglies, Pretties, and Specials by Scott Westerfield
This is a great series for fans of dystopian literature. It's about futuristic society where everyone must undergo reconstructive surgery when they turn 16 to make them "Pretty." 15-year-old Tally is the main character, and she can't wait for her transformation. That is, until she meets Shay and a group of rebel Uglies that cause her to question her fate.
This book does a great job of combining action and romance. It will definitely interest girls and boys alike. It also addresses the controversial issues of body image and common conceptions of beauty.
The sequels are definitely not a let down, and the third book in the trilogy, Specials, was Scott Westerfield's first NY Times bestselling book. If you do like this series, you might also check out his Midnighters trilogy
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Scott Westerfield website
2 comments:
Wow! These all sound really interesting. This one reminds me of Harrison Bergeron, except flipped. I am so glad you are doing this blog. I am going to have to start making a list. I think i will buy these books, read them, and then give them to my niece in another year or two.
Yes...flipped and a lot longer. I love dystopian stories, so I thought these books were great. I'm so glad someone is interested!
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