The Roar by Emma Clayton

Mika lives in a concrete world where everything is man-made. Everyone is packed together in one city that keeps the rest of the world out with metal walls and cyborgs because the world outside is a poisonous wasteland. Mika's sister Ellie vanished years ago without a trace, leaving everyone thinking she must have drowned. But deep in his heart, Mika knows she is alive. So when a mysterious group holds a contest to see who can win Pod Fighter, a game where you have to fight other people, Mika joins in, using it as a cover to find his sister, and the truth.
I loved this book and I couldn't help thinking how plausible parts were at times. It's scary how depressing our outlook is for the future. But I loved how beneath the story was a theme of unity. I loved it and I'm reading it again. You should too! -J.E.

Divergent by Veronica Roth

In a world where everyone is divided based on their traits, one choice truly can transform you. In Beatrice's world, everyone is assigned to their own faction that try to do their own part to help keep the human race in line. Abnegation stands for selflessness, Dauntless stand for bravery, Erudite stands for wisdom, Candor stands for honesty, and Amnity stands for peace. At 16, everyone must choose which faction they will join. Soon, the day comes for Beatrice to decide if she will stay with her home faction, Abnegation. Will she adhere to her family and friends expectations, or will she follow her heart and dare to do the unexpected?
I loved this book because it was so heart pounding and fast. Around every corner was a new twist and it was so exciting! Veronica Roth spun a daring story. I loved Beatrice's character change. Without giving away too much, I will say that, although I have seen a lot character progression, Beatrice's was my favorite. I can't wait for the movie and I recommend this book! -j.e.

The Uglies series by Scott Westerfeld

This series contains the books Uglies, Pretties, Specials, and Extras.
In Tally's world, the only goal in life is to change from being an Ugly and become a Pretty. At 16, you get an operation to make you perfect. Beautiful body, wonderful life, no more worries. Tally can't wait; it's picture perfect, right? Wrong. With the help of her friend David and Shay, Tally learns the horrible secret behind Pretties.
I love series that are futuristic. This is a great book that I have read over and over again. The plot line is so plausible it is almost scary. This could be the next Hunger Games series.
I thought it was so cool that Scott Westerfeld showed what the cost of fake beauty is. These books go out to anyone who thinks being them isn't good enough. I would recommend this book 3 times over! -J.E.