Characteristics Of Tally In The Uglies

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Scott Westfeld’s the uglies has some characteristics of Tally the main character in the story. Tally is a very faithful friend towards Shay. On a Different side of things ally is very sneaky she will tell her opinions in a heartbeat. Tally is the most charming person in the story. Her ventures ways with shay are dangerous Throughout the story. Tally’s character is very unique to others in the story. Tally’s character is charming and she is passionate about others.
Throughout the story tally is very sneaky. She does things before other people

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