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Extras (Uglies, #4)

Scott Westerfeld
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Extras (Uglies, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2007

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Scott Westerfeld

Extras (Uglies, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

417

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Post-Scarcity Japan • Future

Publication Year

2007

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

790L

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Super Short Summary

Extras by Scott Westerfeld is set in a futuristic society where reputation and popularity determine social standing. It follows a young girl navigating this world, seeking to rise in status. The story addresses themes of individuality, social engineering, and the impact of technology on human relationships.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

123,608 ratings

55%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Extras by Scott Westerfeld is an engaging addition to the Uglies series, blending fast-paced action with thought-provoking social commentary. Readers appreciate its imaginative setting and complex characters but note that the plot sometimes feels convoluted. Overall, it successfully expands the series’ universe and maintains its thematic depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Extras (Uglies, #4)?

A reader who would enjoy Extras by Scott Westerfeld is typically a young adult interested in dystopian futures and societal critiques. Fans of Suzanne Collins’s The Hunger Games and James Dashner’s The Maze Runner series will appreciate the book's blend of adventure, technology, and themes of social media and celebrity culture.

4.0

123,608 ratings

55%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

417

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Post-Scarcity Japan • Future

Publication Year

2007

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

790L

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