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In Scott Westerfeld's young adult dystopian novel Specials, the third book in the series following Pretties and Uglies, Tally Youngblood has become an enhanced "Special" with superior physical and mental capabilities. She belongs to the elite Cutter faction and grapples with her evolving identity and societal conflicts. The story explores themes of superficiality, societal control, and the consequences of technological advancements. Self-harm is depicted in the narrative.