This fascinating novel is the first PART of a fantastic trilogy by American writer Jean Dupreau. The first part takes place in the mysterious city of Ember, over which the sun never rises. Dim electric lights are the only source of light for the townspeople. But the lights are increasingly going out, and soon the city will be completely plunged into darkness. Are there other islands of light somewhere in the darkness surrounding Amber? No one knows the answer to this question, and only teenagers Lina Mayfleet and Dun Harrow will find a way to salvation. The book has already been filmed; the film “City of Amber: Escape,” which also starred famous actors Tim Robbins and Will Murray, was released in the fall of 2008.