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The People of Sparks
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Ideal for children and young readers interested in adventure and meaningful stories that explore trust, community, and social challenges in a speculative future.
When the people of the underground city of Ember follow Lina and Doon to the surface, little prepares them for what they will encounter. The people of the small village of Sparks seem willing to help them .
The fantastic sequel to the highly acclaimed THE CITY OF EMBER.
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The fantastic sequel to the highly acclaimed The City of Ember.
When the people of the underground city of Ember follow Lina and Doon to the surface, little prepares them for what they will encounter. Leaving behind the darkness that has been their home for generations, they discover a world of colour, warmth and light. The people of the small village of Sparks seem willing to help them... at first... but life on the surface has its dark side too.
Before long, the villagers of Sparks become more reluctant to share their precious resources with the strange, new underground people. Lina and Doon watch in horror as the differences between the two groups grow into resentment, anger and hate. Somehow they must help overcome the distrust and bring the people of Ember and Sparks together.
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Critics praise Jeanne DuPrau's The People of Sparks for its captivating style and timely themes, addressing fear, community, and the consequences of violence. Amanda Craig of The Times calls it "one of the most important fables of our time". The novel's anti-war message is highlighted by Achuka, and Mary Hoffman from TES notes its relevance and credible futuristic setting. Reviews affirm it as a gripping, thoughtful read with strong moral questions.
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ISBN: 9780552552394
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 February 2006
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Corgi Childrens
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 22.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 246g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Jeanne DuPrau has been a teacher, an editor and a technical writer. The People of Sparks is her second novel and the sequel to The City of Ember. She lives in California, where she keeps a big garden and a small dog.
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