The People of Sparks
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2004 · Est. 10 hour read

The People of Sparks

By Jeanne DuPrau

Book #2 in the The City of Ember series

A new world brings hope and conflict. Can peace prevail?

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338 pages· 71,875 words· Est. 10 hour read
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Lina and Doon lead Ember's citizens to the vibrant village of Sparks, seeking refuge. But tensions rise as the villagers resist sharing their world. Can they prevent a looming disaster?

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Just when the future looks bright for the people of Ember, a new darkness lurks. This highly acclaimed adventure series is a modern-day classic–with over 4 MILLION copies sold! Lina and Doon have led the citizens of Ember to an exciting new world. They’ve been given safe haven in a small village called Sparks, a place filled with color and life. But they’re not out of danger yet. Although Sparks seems like the answer the long-suffering 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 Children’s Book A New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing Selection A Kirkus Reviews Editors’ Choice A Child Magazine Best Children’s Book A Mark Twain Award Winner A 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

At a glance
Format
Pages
338
Words
71,875
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
760L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.9
F&P level
~R
AR points
11
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
80066
Publication
Published
April 12, 2005
First published
May 25, 2004
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780375828256

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