The Diamond Of Darkhold (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition) (Book of Ember)

ISBN: 0606144196

Author: Duprau, Jeanne

Condition: New

Lina and Doon are returning to the city of Ember, but what awaits them in the dark? This highly acclaimed adventure series is a modern-day classic-with over 4 MILLION copies sold!Lina and Doon escaped the dying city of Ember and led their people to the town of Sparks. But its winter now, and the harsh realities of their new world have begun to set in. When Doon finds a book that hints at an important, long-lost device, it doesnt take much for him to convince Lina to join him for one last adventure in the place they used to call home. But will this mysterious technology be enough to help their people? And what- and who-will they find when they return?Praise for the City of Ember books:Nominated to 28 State Award Lists!An American Library Association Notable Childrens BookA New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing SelectionA Kirkus Reviews Editors ChoiceA Child Magazine Best Childrens BookA Mark Twain Award WinnerA William Allen White Childrens Book Award WinnerA realistic post-apocalyptic world. DuPraus book leaves Doon and Lina on the verge of undiscovered country and readers wanting more. -USA TodayAn electric debut. -Publishers Weekly, StarredWhile Ember is colorless and dark, the book itself is rich with description. -VOYA, StarredA harrowing journey into the unknown, and cryptic messages for readers to decipher. -Kirkus Reviews, Starred