Kid Reviews of Uglies: Uglies Quartet, Book 1

The Uglies book cover: Face under a white sheet with two hands in blue fingernail polish, one holding a scalpel

Kids Say

age 11+

Based on 133 kid reviews

Kids say that the book is a mix of adventure and friendship in a dystopian setting, but opinions are divided; while some readers loved the engaging plot and character exploration, others criticized its pacing, character development, and rushed ending, with many feeling particularly frustrated with the main character Tally's choices and behavior. Despite the mixed reviews, several readers praise its thought-provoking themes around beauty and self-identity, making it appealing to those who enjoy the genre.

  • friendship and adventure
  • character development
  • mixed reviews
  • thought-provoking themes
  • pacing issues
  • rushed ending
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The Uglies book cover: Face under a white sheet with two hands in blue fingernail polish, one holding a scalpel

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