Uglies

The Hunger Games

Suzanne Collins

A dystopian novel about a young girl who challenges a oppressive society's rigid social structure. Katniss Everdeen volunteers for a brutal competition that forces teenagers to fight to the death. The book explores themes of individual identity, rebellion against conformity, and social transformation. Like 'Uglies', it features a young protagonist fighting against a system that controls personal appearance and social status.

The Giver

Lois Lowry

A dystopian novel about a seemingly perfect society that eliminates pain and conflict by removing individual differences. Jonas, the protagonist, discovers the dark truth behind his community's apparent harmony. The book critically examines social conformity and the value of individual experience. Like 'Uglies', it explores a world where personal uniqueness is suppressed for societal control.

Unwind

Neal Shusterman

A dystopian novel where teenagers can be 'unwound' - their body parts harvested for medical purposes. The story follows characters fighting against a system that treats young people as disposable resources. The book explores themes of bodily autonomy and individual rights. Like 'Uglies', it critically examines societal control over personal identity and physical existence.

Divergent

Veronica Roth

Set in a future Chicago where society is divided into strict factions based on personality traits. Tris Prior discovers she doesn't fit into any single category, challenging the established social order. The novel explores themes of individual identity, societal expectations, and personal transformation. Similar to 'Uglies', it features a young protagonist who resists predetermined social categorizations.

Red Rising

Pierce Brown

A science fiction novel set in a highly stratified society where people are divided into color-coded castes. Darrow, a lower-class Red, infiltrates the ruling class to spark a revolution. The book explores themes of social inequality, personal transformation, and rebellion. Similar to 'Uglies', it features a protagonist who challenges a system that determines individual worth.

Legend

Marie Lu

A dystopian story set in a divided society where two teenagers from opposite sides of the social spectrum become unlikely allies. Day, a criminal, and June, a prodigy, uncover systemic corruption and challenge their society's rigid hierarchies. The novel explores themes of individual identity and resistance against oppressive systems. Similar to 'Uglies', it features young protagonists fighting against societal expectations.

The 5th Wave

Rick Yancey

A post-apocalyptic novel about surviving alien invasions that have decimated human civilization. Cassie Sullivan fights to survive and protect her brother in a world where trust is impossible. The book explores themes of survival, identity, and resistance against overwhelming odds. Similar to 'Uglies', it features a young protagonist challenging external systems of control.

Matched

Ally Condie

A dystopian romance where the government controls every aspect of citizens' lives, including their romantic partnerships. Cassia begins to question the system when she discovers an alternative to her predetermined match. The book explores themes of individual choice, rebellion, and personal freedom. Like 'Uglies', it focuses on a young protagonist challenging societal norms about personal identity.

Delirium

Lauren Oliver

A dystopian world where love is considered a disease and citizens are forced to undergo a procedure to eliminate romantic feelings. Lena discovers the beauty of forbidden emotions and rebels against her society's strict control. The novel explores themes of individual freedom and resistance against societal norms. Like 'Uglies', it features a young protagonist challenging predetermined social expectations.

The Selection

Kiera Cass

A dystopian romance where young women compete to marry the prince and escape their predetermined social status. America Singer challenges the competition's rules and discovers her own worth beyond societal expectations. The book explores themes of individual identity and social mobility. Similar to 'Uglies', it features a protagonist resisting rigid social categorizations.