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Reader reviewed by Matt Hill

This wonderful novel is about a city created underground so that there will always be humans on the Earth; as WWIII is imminent. In this city, Lina, a normal girl, finds a box shoved away in a closet. But, she realised that this was left by the origional builders of the city, to tell the people of Ember how to get out when the food ran out. But, as the mayor is corrupt, no one will believe her, except her friend Doon, and even then they have trouble as the power generators break down nearly every day, and no one really knows how to fix them!! But, while the city infrasturcture breaks down in the year 241, about 20 years later than the Builders expected, nearly no one wants to leave, for they see no reason to leave! But, this all changes when those two kids find the way out, and lead the others to safety!

This is an excellent read anytime, and it can touch the hearts of those who read it at any age! Don't forget to also read the books sequel, People of Sparks, to see how these people deal with Nature for the first time! Lastly, watch out for the movie, set to come out in Fall 2008!