Pretties by Scott Westerfeld is the sequel to the book Uglies, and the second book in the trilogy. This book is about how Tally finally accomplishes her dream of becoming pretty, and the adventure of when she remembers some things the government deliberately programed her not to. Tally goes on a mission to find out why she remembered this and what she is to do with this memory.
Uglies by Scott Westerfeld takes place in a dystopian society that is 300 hundred years in the future, where Ugly people (Uglies) and pretty people (Pretties) live in separate towns. From ages 0-10, kids are called littles and live with their parents in a separate city for middle-aged people with kids. From 10 to 15, teens are called “Uglies” as this is the stage when they grow, and in their society's opinion, become ugly. Uglies live in Ugly Town, where the story starts.
The Hunger Games details the adventure of Katniss Everdeen, who is forced to engage in a fight-to-the-death tournament against other children. One reason I love this book is that it is very captivating and is very well thought out. From the interesting characters, to the amazing plot, this book is sure to have you at the edge of your seat at every page. I would recommend this book to people who love books that spare no detail, and create an imaginary world.
Dorothy, a runaway bride from 1913, bumps into Asher, a time traveler, on her way to the train station. She stows away on his plane on his trip back to 2077 and reaches New Seattle. She is introduced to a whole new world and helps him and his friends to get back their mentor, the Professor.
Summary: Altered Carbon by Richard Morgan is a gritty, cyberpunk novel set in a future where consciousness can be transferred between bodies, making death nearly obsolete. The story follows Takeshi Kovacs, a former soldier turned private investigator, who is hired by Laurens Bancroft, a wealthy aristocrat, to investigate Bancroft's own apparent suicide. As Kovacs delves into the case, he uncovers a complex web of intrigue, corruption, and violence that stretches from the underbelly of society to its highest echelons.
Frankenstein is a groundbreaking gothic novel that explores themes of ambition, responsibility, and the nature of humanity. Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist, creates a creature in a scientific experiment. Horrified by his creation, Victor abandons it. The creature, shunned by society due to its appearance, becomes bitter and seeks revenge on its creator. The story is told through many letters written by Captain Walton, who meets Victor in the Arctic and records his tale.
Divergent is a dystopian novel that offers a mix of action, romance, and social commentary. It is set in a future Chicago where society is divided into five factions, each dedicated to a specific virtue: Abnegation (selflessness), Amity (peace), Candor (honesty), Dauntless (bravery), and Erudite (intelligence). The protagonist, Beatrice "Tris" Prior, grew up in Abnegation but has always felt out of place.
Catching Fire is the second book of The Hunger Games Series. The Capital is mad at Katniss for what she pulled off in the 74th game. Gale and Peeta are keeping their distance from her. Not only this but there are rumors of a rebellion, that Katniss and Peeta have helped accidentally create. Now she has to worry about the Quelle, a game only held every 25 years, but this time the rules have changed. “Sparks are igniting, flames are spreading, and The Capital still wants revenge”.
A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle is a beloved classic of children's literature that blends science fiction, fantasy, and coming-of-age themes. The story follows Meg Murry, her brother Charles Wallace, and her friend Calvin O'Keefe as they start an interdimensional journey to rescue Meg's father. Meg Murry is a 13-year-old girl struggling with self-esteem issues and missing her father, a scientist who disappeared while working on a secret government project. One stormy night, Meg, Charles, and Calvin meet Mrs.
Anthem is an intriguing story that supports the idea of individualism. This story takes you through the life of a rebellious character living in a dystopian future society. This society is restricted and limited to an uncountable list of laws and regulations. Upon seeing how free they could truly be and what the world was actually like, the character felt a sense of happiness and joy, but also betrayal as they had been lied to.
