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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 GUARDIANLIMITED 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?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.; 400 pages; 28 09 2023