In this society, people are regarded as “Ugly” until they turn 16 years old.

AfterUglies,PrettiesandSpecialsfollow in Scott Westerfeld’s book series.

Then, when Tally revolts, she and Peris are placed on opposite sides of the fight.

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Their status as adversaries worsens whenDr.

Did Peris Die From His Fall In Uglies' Ending?

Chase Stokes' character briefly remembers himself, but he can’t hold on to the ledge for long.

Joey King as Tally and Chase Stokes as Peris in Uglies.

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It breaks, and Peris falls (assumingly) to his death.

Surviving a fall like that seems unlikely for most people.

Peris is a “Special,” meaning that he is, in theory, nearly indestructible.

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In a futuristic society where everyone undergoes compulsory cosmetic surgery at 16 to become “pretty,” Tally eagerly awaits her transformation. However, when her friend goes missing, she embarks on a journey that challenges her beliefs about beauty, conformity, and rebellion, ultimately questioning the foundations of their world.

He’s alive and well when the second book,Pretties, begins.

The scene where Peris “dies” is left ambiguous for a reason.

Pretty Peris in a purple-shaded room in Netflix’s Uglies

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