The City of Ember (Books of Ember) by Jeanne DuPrau

The City of Ember has an imaginative plot and likable character, however it is slow moving, drawn out and choppy. The character's are realistic but lack development.

The book is absolutely s-l-o-w moving --- yet I was intrigued enough to finish it. Many, things are left unanswered or unexplained, which means you HAVE to read the next book(s) to get the full "story".

The book is okay and predictable. [I doubt, I will be reading the rest of the books in this series].

Grade: C-

Overview: [B&N]
The city of Ember was built as a last refuge for the human race. Two hundred years later, the great lamps that light the city are beginning to flicker. When Lina finds part of an ancient message, she’s sure it holds a secret that will save the city. She and her friend Doon must decipher the message before the lights go out on Ember forever! This stunning debut novel offers refreshingly clear writing and fascinating, original characters.