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Reader reviewed by Chioma Nwuzi

In this science fiction book by Scott Westerfield, it follows the 15/16 year old Tally Youngblood in her journey to become a pretty. This is the first book in Scott Westerfields trilogy. Tally Youngblood can't wait until she is sixteen. Not for a car like most 16 year olds, but to become pretty. In this futuristic world on every sixteen year olds birthday they have an operation that turns them Pretty. But on Talley's birthday this dream is put on hold. Tally is forced to travel to a place outside of her city and betray her friend. Will she be willing to do such a cruel thing for such selfish reasons, she
may not even have a choice.
This book is different from most stories that take place in the future. It does not have the typical setting and cliche picture of what the world would be like 100 years from now. It is very original and one of the best books I have ever read.