Just when the future looks bright for the people of Ember a new darkness lurks. This highly acclaimed adventure series is a modernday classicwith over 4 MILLION copies sold Lina and Doon have led the citizens of Ember to an exciting new world. Theyve been given safe haven in a small village called Sparks a place filled with color and life. But theyre not out of danger yet. Although Sparks seems like the answer the longsuffering Emberites have been hoping for tempers soon escalate. The villagers have never had to share their world before and it only takes a tiny spark to ignite a battle between the two struggling groups. Lina and Doon will have to work together to avoid a disaster not only for their people but also for the people of Sparks. 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 postapocalyptic 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 show more