The People of Sparks (The City of Ember)

A modern-day classic. This highly acclaimed adventure series about two friends desperate to save their doomed city has captivated kids and teachers alike for almost fifteen years and has sold over 3.5 MILLION copies!

Lina and Doon have led the citizens of Ember to an exciting new world. When they discover a village called Sparks, they are welcomed, fed, and given places to sleep. But the towns resources are limited and it isnt long before resentment begins to grow between the two groups. When mysterious acts of vandalism cause tempers to erupt, putting everyones lives in danger, its up to our two heroes to find the courage to stop the conflict and bring peace.

Praise for the City of Ember books:

Nominated to 28 State Award Lists!
An American Library Association Notable Childrens Book
A New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing Selection
A Kirkus Reviews Editors Choice
A Child Magazine Best Childrens Book
A Mark Twain Award Winner
A William Allen White Childrens Book Award Winner

A realistic post-apocalyptic world. DuPraus 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