The City of Ember

Name: The City of Ember
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780552552387
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By Jeanne DuPrau

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The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau is a gripping tale set in a post-apocalyptic city of perpetual darkness, where light and electricity are scarce. It follows two young protagonists, Lina and Doon, as they uncover hidden secrets about their dying city. Together, they search for a way to ensure the survival of their community, highlighting themes of hope, curiosity, and resilience.
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You might enjoy this book if you’re intrigued by post-apocalyptic settings and mysteries set in a city where the lights are flickering and resources are scarce. Adventure-seeking readers will follow two brave kids as they discover a way to save their city from descending into darkness.

The City of Ember

Many hundreds of years ago, the city of Ember was created by the Builders to contain everything needed for human survival. Soon Ember could be engulfed by darkness-But when two children, Lina and Doon, discover fragments of an ancient parchment, they begin to wonder if there could be a way out of Ember.

A gripping and intriguing thriller set in an all-too-possible future - a world where the lights have gone out for ever

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A gripping and intriguing thriller set in an all-too-possible future—a world where the lights have gone out forever.

Many hundreds of years ago, the city of Ember was created by the Builders to contain everything needed for human survival. It worked, but now the storerooms are almost out of food, crops are blighted, corruption is spreading through the city, and worst of all—the lights are failing. Soon, Ember could be engulfed by darkness.

But when two children, Lina and Doon, discover fragments of an ancient parchment, they begin to wonder if there could be a way out of Ember. Can they decipher the words from long ago and find a new future for everyone? Will the people of Ember listen to them?

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The City of Ember is praised for its engaging and fast-paced narrative, providing a gripping read with a compelling sense of place. It combines a thrilling plot with well-developed characters, sparking anticipation for its sequel. The story is noted for its direct and succinct writing style, creating genuine suspense and thought-provoking mysteries.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780552552387

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 January 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Corgi Childrens

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 205g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

THE CITY OF EMBER is the debut novel from an exciting new American writer, Jeanne DuPrau. Having been a teacher, an editor and a technical writer, Jeanne DuPrau now writes full-time. She lives in California.