Tally has grown up in a post-apocalyptic world where, at the age of 16, everyone is given an operation that makes their faces and bodies perfect. Before the operation they are known as "uglies," and after as "pretties." After the operation they live in New Pretty Town, enjoying a life of constant partying and pleasure. Tally can't wait.
Shortly before her 16th birthday she befriends Shay, who tells her about the Smoke, a secret community of those who refuse the operation. When Shay runs away to join the Smoke, Tally is given a choice by the Specials, the secret police: help them find the Smoke and betray her friend, or remain an ugly forever.
Well I am drawn to young adult books at the moment ... What with Twilight and now this series ... Uglies is the first in a series of 4 books. And I loved it ...
There are so many different questions that arised in this book about beauty, perfection and what we are doing to our planet ... This is a great book for older teenagers ... Which they will really love and also gives you a chance to discuss the many issues that arises from it ...
What's wrong with wanting to be beautiful and have fun? Is the life of the Smokies better in some way? If you could choose to be a "pretty," would you?
I am really excited about reading the other books now ....
I rate this book 5*****
2 comments:
You're a reading machine at the moment. How are you going with PS I Love You. I'm not finding it quite as entertaining as the movie.
Nothing better to do at the moment with this darn rash :( ... I loved the book really enjoyed it :) But way different from the movie
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