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Series: Books of Ember
Volume: 1
Genre: SF
ISBN: 0375822739
Pages: 288 pages
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Price: $15.95
Reader Rating: 9 out of 10
Votes: 12

The City of Ember by Jeanne Duprau

Description: The city of Ember was built deep underground 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.