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“If you loved the Barbie movie, you’ll adore this.” THE SUN
“The Handmaid’s Tale for the Insta generation.” THE TIMES
“Razor-sharp and compelling, it is essential reading for every teenage girl.” THE OBSERVER
“Holly Bourne is truly a one-in-a-million author.” DAILY MIRROR
“A searing exploration of beauty and its meaning for women and girls. Don’t miss it.” STYLIST
“Ideal for fans of Louise O’Neill and Laura Bates.” THE GUARDIAN

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BEAUTY 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?

Uglies meets The Handmaid’s Tale for the new YA generation in this mind-blowing novel from bestselling queen of YA Holly Bourne.

Content warning – this novel deals with issues that some readers may find upsetting, including references to pornography and sexual assault.

Publisher Review

Holly Bourne is a vital feminist voice of our generation - a voice resolved to break the dangerous silences around sexism. Her writing peels the varnish off patriarchy, celebrates the power of female solidarity and friendship, and bears witness to both the pain and the joy of being a woman in the modern world. * Samantha Shannon, author of The Bone Season * I devoured this - so compelling and with such a powerful message. Bravo Holly Bourne! * Katherine Webber, co-author of Twin Crowns * This book will make you angry, in a good way. Holly shines a light on the dysfunctional way our society keeps women and girls small and apologetic by relentlessly targeting our bodies in a way that's as clever as it is compelling. I couldn't put it down. * Natasha Devon * You Could Be So Pretty reads like a compulsive thriller, but this dystopian story felt frighteningly real. Vital, compelling, heart-wrenchingly relatable - this book is a shot of adrenaline, an empathetic friend and a furious call to arms. I loved it. * Laura Wood, author of The Agency for Scandal * I haven't been able to look at myself, or social media the same way since reading this novel. Belle and Joni stole my heart. * Florence Given, author of Women Don't Owe You Pretty *