Uglies
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Uglies 〰️
I had this book as an ebook for years when someone, though I can't recall who recommended it to me. But I never actually read the book version. I ended up buying the box set of the entire series instead. (I like reading ebooks but physical books are my jam).
Anyway, what a wild ride! From start to finish, the action was there. And the world-building was great! What an exciting concept this book has. The pacing was on point, and the characters were a blast to read. And that ending! Gimme book two now, please!
Seriously, though, this is a great YA read. There were sad parts and more violence than I expected (that didn't bother me, I wasn't excepting it).
Uglies By Scott Westerfeld
Pretty much the only thing I didn't like about this book (and no, it wasn't the number of times the word "pretty" or "ugly" is used, and it is a lot) was the formatting. I didn't like the font, though I got used to it. It didn't feel like a traditionally published book because of that. (Though I enjoy the cover. Or at least the version I had anyway). But that is a minor nitpick.
I will say, though, how long ago in our society it became socially acceptable for everyone to call each other ugly and make fun of ourselves before we get this life-changing operation that everyone was down for? But besides that point, this book does dive into body positivity (and I'm not talking about the pretties), and I love that.
If you're looking for a great action-packed YA, this book is for you. Just be sure to have the next one handy as it does end on a great cliffhanger.
