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ansleygraber's review against another edition
5.0
I have to say this is one of my favorite series of all time, and that is saying a lot. Once I started reading, I could not stop. Please read this!!
ataffaro's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
miriam_99's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
mrsguin's review against another edition
3.0
I'm really leaning towards 3.5 stars for this novel. Don't get me wrong. I enjoyed the novel, and it was a quick, easy read. I am just not sure if I felt the writing was "stellar." I enjoyed the concept of a city built underground as a means to preserve civilization in the face of impending doom, but I am not sure if it was developed enough throughout this first installment. I know this is the first in a series, and I am hopeful that the remaining novels will answer the questions that I have; therefore, I "rounded up" my rating. I will be starting The People of Sparks tonight.
ajay913's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
burlesot's review against another edition
4.0
The City of Ember is a tale of both warning and hope. The people of Ember have had nearly all their needs supplied by the builders who stocked the underground 'bunker.' After an undisclosed disaster forces the few surviving humans below ground, the inhabitants have lost any memory of the 'outside' world. 7 generations of humans later, corruption has taken hold and the city is in danger of falling into darkness. Two children discover an ancient manuscript that might lead to the key to the city's future.
mirandacasteel's review against another edition
5.0
Great story! The kids loved it and are anxiously waiting for the next in the series.
jenmangler's review against another edition
3.0
This is my favorite book in the series. DuPrau paints such a vivid picture of life in Ember that it as very easy for me to picture in my head what it looked like and, more importantly, what it felt like to live there. When the lights went out I felt terror right along with Lina and the rest of the citizens, especially after Doon got a serious look at the generator that kept the whole system running. I really liked the prologue to the book. It set the tone and really helps orient the reader to what comes next. And I really loved the ending. Normally endings like that leave me frustrated, but with this book not at all. This is a quick, fun read.