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Book Review of The City of Ember (Ember, Bk 1)

The City of Ember (Ember, Bk 1)
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What a fun read! At first it took me a little while to get into the book (perhaps because I'd already watched the movie and the book was pretty similar). I am very glad I read this one, and I couldn't wait to start the next one (and I'm in my late 20s).

Lina and Doon are quite likable young characters who are trying to decode a message from several hundred years ago while around them, their city is running out of essential food, light bulbs, and supplies. Theirs is the only city they know--they are surrounded by darkness and have no way to trade for or make their clothing or supplies. Their generator is failing, too, and it provides the only light in the city.