City Of Ember -

: Food and essential goods, intended to last only 200 years, are nearly exhausted.

: Through a series of mishaps involving the seventh mayor, the box was forgotten and lost, leaving the citizens trapped for over 241 years. ⚙️ Life in the Dark City of Ember

: By the time the story begins, the machinery is ancient and failing, leading to terrifying intermittent blackouts. : Food and essential goods, intended to last

In Ember, the only source of light is a massive hydroelectric generator that powers floodlamps across the city. In Ember, the only source of light is

: A timed box was given to the first mayor, set to open after two centuries to reveal the way out.

The narrative follows two twelve-year-olds who discover the secrets hidden within the city. The City of Ember Book Review | Common Sense Media

: When children turn 12, they are assigned lifelong jobs via a random lottery. 🤝 Key Characters