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Heroine archetypes
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Synopsis
Just before their sixteenth birthdays, when they will will be transformed into beauties whose only job is to have a great time, Tally's best friend runs away and Tally must find her and turn her in, or never become pretty at all.
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Is Uglies appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Teens face a society that surgically alters everyone at sixteen to make them beautiful, with themes of conformity, body image, and government control. Contains moderate action violence and ethical dilemmas about betraying friends.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include body image issues, manipulation, and betrayal (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
A thrilling adventure where a girl must choose between becoming beautiful like everyone else or staying true to herself and her friend.