Here's why:
* Young Adult: The main character, Tally Youngblood, is 16 years old and the story focuses on her journey of self-discovery and rebellion against the established system.
* Dystopian: The story takes place in a future society where beauty is enforced and individuality is suppressed. The government controls every aspect of citizens' lives, making it a dystopian setting.
While there are elements of science fiction and romance present, the core themes of societal control, rebellion, and the search for individuality make Uglies a quintessential Young Adult Dystopian novel.