Extras
Extras
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Post-Scarcity Japan • Future
2007
YA
12-18 years
790L
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.
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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 Extras?
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.
126,568 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Extras is set in a futuristic world that reimagines social dynamics and adds a unique twist to the original trilogy's universe, focusing on reputation as a form of currency.
Scott Westerfeld created a new protagonist, Aya Fuse, for Extras, allowing readers to explore this expanded world through fresh eyes as she navigates her own challenges and societal expectations.
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The novel introduces the concept of "kickers," which are essentially people who become popular by spreading news, rumors, and stories, reflecting themes similar to today's social media culture.
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Novel • Fiction
Post-Scarcity Japan • Future
2007
YA
12-18 years
790L
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