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The City of Ember

by Jeanne DuPrau
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Surviving in a dying underground post-apocalyptic city.

"The City of Ember" is an electrifying adventure that will thrill young readers. The unique feature of this book is its vivid and detailed world-building, which allows readers to fully immerse themselves in the story and connect with the characters. This book is perfect for fans of post-apocalyptic fiction, mysteries, and adventures.

  • California Book Award for Young Adult (Silver) (2003)
  • Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Book Award for Grade 6-9 (2006)
  • Rhode Island Teen Book Award Nominee (2005)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2005)
  • Child Magazine Best Book of the Year
  • Sunshine State Young Readers Award for Grades 3-5 and Grades 6-8 (2004)
  • Charlie May Simon Children's Book Award Nominee (2006)
  • New Mexico Land of Enchantment Award for Young Adult (2007)
  • Judy Lopez Memorial Award for Children's Literature Nominee (2004)
  • Chapman Award for Shared Reading Nominee for Fiction (2004)
  • William Allen White Children's Book Award (2006)
  • Washington State Sasquatch Award (2006)
  • Bluestem Book Award Nominee (2019)
  • Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award Nominee (2006)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The City of Ember

by Jeanne DuPrau
Compare to estimated retail price: S$36.21  

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ISBN: 9780375822735
Authors: Jeanne DuPrau
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Date of Publication: 2003-05-13
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Young Adult, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Related Topics: Science Fiction, Dystopia, Adventure
Goodreads rating: 3.89
(rated by 278182 readers)

Description

Ember is the only light in a dark world. But when its lamps begin to flicker, two friends must race to escape the dark. This highly acclaimed adventure series is a modern-day classic—with over 4 MILLION copies sold!  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 dim. When Lina finds part of an ancient message, she’s sure it holds a secret that will save the city. Now, she and her friend Doon must race to figure out the clues to keep the lights on. If they succeed, they will have to convince everyone to follow them into danger. But if they fail? The lights will burn out and the darkness will close in forever. Nominated to 28 State Award Lists!An American Library Association Notable Children’s BookA New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing SelectionA Kirkus Reviews Editors’ ChoiceA Child Magazine Best Children’s BookA Mark Twain Award WinnerA William Allen White Children’s Book Award Winner “A realistic post-apocalyptic world. DuPrau’s book leaves Doon and Lina on the verge of undiscovered country and  readers wanting more .” — USA Today “An  electric debut .” — Publishers Weekly,  Starred  “While Ember is colorless and dark, the book itself is  rich with description .” — VOYA,  Starred “A harrowing journey into the unknown, and cryptic messages for readers to decipher.” — Kirkus Reviews,  Starred
 

Surviving in a dying underground post-apocalyptic city.

"The City of Ember" is an electrifying adventure that will thrill young readers. The unique feature of this book is its vivid and detailed world-building, which allows readers to fully immerse themselves in the story and connect with the characters. This book is perfect for fans of post-apocalyptic fiction, mysteries, and adventures.

  • California Book Award for Young Adult (Silver) (2003)
  • Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Book Award for Grade 6-9 (2006)
  • Rhode Island Teen Book Award Nominee (2005)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2005)
  • Child Magazine Best Book of the Year
  • Sunshine State Young Readers Award for Grades 3-5 and Grades 6-8 (2004)
  • Charlie May Simon Children's Book Award Nominee (2006)
  • New Mexico Land of Enchantment Award for Young Adult (2007)
  • Judy Lopez Memorial Award for Children's Literature Nominee (2004)
  • Chapman Award for Shared Reading Nominee for Fiction (2004)
  • William Allen White Children's Book Award (2006)
  • Washington State Sasquatch Award (2006)
  • Bluestem Book Award Nominee (2019)
  • Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award Nominee (2006)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.