By: Jeanne DuPrau
The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau is an exciting story set in a city built underground. The people of Ember rely on electric lights because there’s no natural sunlight, but now the city is falling apart. The lights are starting to flicker, food supplies are running low, and no one knows what to do. Two kids, Lina Mayfleet and Doon Harrow, start to realize something is wrong, and they’re determined to find a way to save their city.
Lina and Doon are brave and curious characters who work together to solve the mystery of Ember. Lina is full of energy and dreams of a better world, while Doon is smart and likes to fix things. They find clues about the city’s past and how it was built, which leads them on an exciting adventure full of danger and puzzles. Along the way, they have to face challenges, including sneaky adults who want to keep the truth hidden.
The book is fast-paced and keeps you interested the whole time. The world of Ember is really unique, and it’s easy to imagine living in the dark, crumbling city. The way the author describes the city makes it feel alive and real. Even though some parts of the story are a little predictable, it’s still really fun to read and hard to put down.
Overall, The City of Ember is a great book for anyone who loves mysteries and adventures. It’s also about hope and how even young people can make a difference when things are tough. Lina and Doon show that working together and staying brave can help solve even the biggest problems.
If you like books that make you think and keep you on the edge of your seat, you’ll definitely enjoy this one!