You Could Be So Pretty

Uglies meets The Handmaid’s Tale for the new YA generation in this mind-blowing novel from bestselling queen of YA Holly Bourne.\”Holly Bourne is a vital feminist voice of our generation.\” Samantha Shannon, author of The Bone Season\”Such a wild, gripping, smart, delicious read!\” Jennifer Niven, author of All the Bright Places\”I devoured this – so compelling and with such a powerful message.\” Katherine Webber, co-author of Twin CrownsLIMITED EDITION FIRST PRINTING FEATURING EXCLUSIVE CUT-OUT DOUBLE COVER available while stocks lastBEAUTY COMES AT A PRICE. AND GIRLS MUST PAY.In Belle and Joni’s world there are two options for girls:One, follow the rules of the Doctrine like Belle: apply your Mask, work hard to be crowned at the Ceremony, be a Pretty.Or two, fight the rules like Joni: leave your face bare, work hard to escape to the Education, be an Objectionable.But maybe there is a third option…Change the rules. Reclaim your power. If you can…What would you choose?Warning – this novel deals with issues that some readers may find upsetting, including references to pornography and sexual assault.

Format: Paperback
Pages: 400
Imprint: Usborne UK
Publication date: 03/01/2024