“Mrs. Murdo, walkind even more briskly to keep her spirits up, was crossing Harken Square when something fell to the pavement just in front of her with a terrific thump. How extraordinary, she thought, bending to pick it up. It was sort of a bundle. She began to untie it.”
Quote by Jeanne DuPrau
Work
The City of Ember Complete Series
The City of Ember Complete Series is a young adult science fiction series that combines elements of mystery, adventure, and dystopian fiction. The series follows the story of a young girl named Lina Mayfleet and her friend Doon Harrow, who live in the underground city of Ember. As they grow up, they discover that Ember is running out of fuel and must find a way to escape before the city is engulfed in darkness. The series explores themes of courage, friendship, and the search for truth amidst a world that is shrouded in mystery. more
Author
Jeanne DuPrau
Jeanne DuPrau is an American science fiction author, best known for her novel 'The Uglies' which is the first book in the 'Uglies' trilogy. The book tells the story of a group of children who rebuild civilization after a nuclear war. more
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