XVI sets up a futuristic world consumed by constant advertising and marketing, and girls are branded with a XVI tattoo as soon as they turn 16.
When her mother is murdered, Nina uncovers shocking family secrets including her father’s identity that lead her down the road to rebellion.Ĭritical Evaluation: The initial draw of this book is the world Julia Karr creates. Unlike the other girls, Nina is content to remain young forever and dreading her 16th birthday. For lower tiered girls, turning 16 allows them to join the Female Liaison Speciailists (FeLS), a career to help lift them out of poverty. In this world, the Governing Council believe that the creation of the “sex-teen” protects girls and most girls look forward to the day they turn 16.
Plot Summary: Nina is on the cusp of her 16th birthday and about to receive her XVI tattoo signaling that she is ready for sex.
Annotation: The brutal death of Nina’s mother just before her 16th birthday reveals secrets not just about her life, but society itself.
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