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Uglies

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Uglies

by Westerfeld, Scott

A young adult series. This is a world where everyone can become one of the pretties at age sixteen and send your life partying—turns out the pretty life isn't so pretty though.

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A young adult series. This is a world where everyone can become one of the pretties at age sixteen and send your life partying—turns out the pretty life isn't so pretty though.

About the author

Westerfeld, Scott

Westerfeld, Scott

Scott Westerfeld is an American author known for his works in the science fiction and young adult genres. He was born in Texas in 1963.Westerfeld's most notable works include the "Uglies" series, which takes place in a dystopian future where everyone undergoes surgery at age 16 to become "pretty," and the "Leviathan" series, which is a steampunk adventure series set during World War I.Westerfeld's writing is known for its imaginative world-building, strong characters, and exploration of themes such as identity, technology, and social issues. He has won several awards for his writing, including the Aurealis Award in 2005 for "Uglies."In addition to his writing, Westerfeld is also a composer and musician, and has written several pieces for the theater. He continues to write and publish new novels and stories, and his works are enjoyed by fans of science fiction and young adult literature around the world.

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