Uglies is a science fiction coming of age book about an adolescent named Tally Youngblood. She lives at a time where sixteen-year-olds undergo a beautifying operation in order to reduce jealousy, racism, conflict, individuality, etc. Tally cannot wait to become beautiful and join her best friend Peris in Pretty Town until she meets Shay who does not want to have the operation. But it is not a choice. Shay has to run away to escape the knife. This blows Tally’s mind and she is faced with a decision of her own.
Although, this book is appropriate for young adults, it sent my mind spinning! It is fast paced and always surprising! (I love reading books where I cannot guess what is going to happen next). I had a difficult time putting it down (alright, I downloaded an audiobook, but same difference). It also made me wonder where our looks-eccentric culture is headed. We can now decide what we want to look like with modern dentistry, hair dye, piercings, tattoos, and plastic surgery. How far will we go? I hardly believe that we will embrace our government making these decisions for us. However, what if WWII had gone a little differently? All in all, Uglies is a very fun read. Thanks to the coworker who recommended it!
I recommend this for those who like a fun, interesting, and surprising novel. Beware! If you read this before going to bed, you might find that you are up a little later than expected!
Would I read it again? Probably
Food equivalent: peppermint
Now reading: The Lord of the Rings, Book II
Now reading: Specials by Scott Westerfeld
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