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The City of Ember
by Jeanne DuPrau
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ISBN13: 9780375822742 |
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The city of Ember was built as a last refuge for the human race. Two hundred years later, the great lamps that light the city are beginning to flicker. When Lina finds part of an ancient message, she’s sure it holds a secret that will save the city. She and her friend Doon must decipher the message before the lights go out on Ember forever! This stunning debut novel offers refreshingly clear writing and fascinating, original characters.
Review:
"Reminiscent of post-apocalypse fiction like Robert O'Brien's Z for Zachariah, DuPrau’s book leaves Doon and Lina on the verge of the undiscovered country and readers wanting more.” USA Today
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“The cliffhanger ending will leave readers clamoring for the next installment." Kirkus Reviews
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"[T]he quick pace and the uncomplicated characters and situations will keep voracious fans of the genre engaged." School Lirary Journal
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"Readers will relate to Lina and Doon's resourcefulness and courage in the face of ominous odds." Booklist
About the Author
Jeanne DuPrau has written several books of nonfiction for children and adults. She is currently working on the sequel at her home in Menlo Park, California, where she keeps a big garden and a small dog.
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Starr, July 3, 2008 (view all comments by Starr)
My 9-yr-old son and I absolutely LOVE this series! I was shocked when he sucked it down in a little over a day on his own, and when I started reading it I understood why! I can't wait until the 4th one comes out in August.
Extremely well-written. Great messages, thrilling adventure, and plenty of suspense. The underlying truths are the best - I love this book!!
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monke, April 9, 2008 (view all comments by monke)
Very good book just finished series would read second or even third fourth or fifth time. I just loved it now my son is reading it and every night he wants me to spoil what happens but I don't tell him so he reads more. (The other guy that posted ((can't think of his name sorry)) ) is right I think it would be PG-13 but if they cut out the violence parts it could easily be PG. I hope everybody liked it as much as I did!
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twinreader, September 21, 2006 (view all comments by twinreader)
I just finished reading one chapter a night of this book to my 9 year old daughter. I can't say who has been enjoying it more -- I was tempted to read ahead while she was at school! The tale centers on two young adults who realize that their town in doomed. They stumble on a puzzle that might lead to the salvation of the town, but only if they solve the puzzle in time. (Parents - this book would get a PG-13 rating. One of the adult authority figures is vaguely threatening and there is some physical danger. If your kids are bored by easy-readers and too young for Harry Potter, this book would be perfect.)
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Product Details
- ISBN:
- 9780375822742
- Author:
- Publisher:
- Yearling
- Location:
- New York
- Subject:
- Action & Adventure
- Subject:
- Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic
- Subject:
- Science fiction
- Subject:
- Children's 9-12 - Fiction - Science Fiction
- Subject:
- Fantasy
- Subject:
- Children's 12-Up - Fiction - Science Fiction
- Subject:
- Action & Adventure - General
- Edition Number:
- 1st ed.
- Series Volume:
- 10194
- Publication Date:
- May 2004
- Binding:
- Paperback
- Grade Level:
- Elementary and junior high
- Language:
- English
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 7.98x4.84x.72 in. .42 lbs.
- Age Level:
- 10-13
