The People of Sparks by Jeanne DuPrau (Book of Ember #2)

When Lina and Doon lead their people up from the underground city of Ember, they discover a surface world of color and life. The people of a small village called Sparks agree to help the Emberites, but the villagers have never had to share their world before. Soon differences between the two groups escalate, and it’s up to Lina and Doon to find a way to avoid war!

In the riveting sequel to the highly acclaimed The City of Ember, Jeanne DuPrau explores the nature of conflict and the strength and courage necessary to overcome it.

I read this book in a couple of days after I finished the first one, because I was intrigued.

I liked this book. It revealed more about the mythology and history of the world of Ember, and also dealt a lot with themes of nonviolence. It demonstrated a lot about human nature in the face of conflict.

Parts of the book felt a little preachy and contrived at times, because the author was so intent on getting across her message of nonviolence.

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