In this *SPOILER-FREE* episode, we check in on our progress with Uglies by Scott Westerfeld Don’t forget to tune back in for the full book discussion!
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May 28th: Uglies by Scott Westerfeld
“Uglies” by Scott Westerfeld unveils a dystopian future where government-mandated surgeries promise perfection. Tally Youngblood, facing the transformation, teams up with her rebellious friend Shay to defy societal norms, sparking a gripping tale of resistance against a superficial regime.
June 11th & 25th: Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez
In this romance, Justin grapples with a peculiar curse: every woman he dates finds her true love right after they break up. When his plight goes viral on Reddit, a woman named Emma, facing a similar curse, reaches out with a wild plan—they’ll date each other and then break up to nullify their respective curses. When Emma’s job as a traveling nurse brings her to Minnesota, she and Justin decide to give their unusual strategy a try while staying in a charming cottage on a private island.
July 9th & 23rd: If You Can’t Take the Heat by Geraldine DeRuiter
Sparked by her response to Mario Batali’s infamous apology letter that included a recipe for cinnamon rolls, If You Can’t Take the Heat highlights the pervasive misogyny in the food industry. DeRuiter’s sharp wit and insightful commentary offer a fresh and engaging perspective on the power dynamics within the food world, making If You Can’t Take the Heat a must-read for anyone interested in food, feminism, and the often absurd realities of life.
