lux ⛥ reviewed The Diamond of Darkhold by Jeanne DuPrau (Book of Ember (4))
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4 stars
The Diamond of Darkhold is the fourth and last installment of the spectacular "Books of Ember" series. It was an absolute thrill to read and I enjoyed watching it come to a formidable end.
When Doon and Lina led the people of Ember out of their dying underground city and into the world above, everything was different and strange. A few months have passed since then, and the people of Ember are living in the small village of Sparks. Life in this new world is difficult, especially when facing the hardships of the Emberite's first winter. Harsh weather and quickly depleting food and medical supplies make some Emberites think back to their easier life in Ember. Valuable supplies were left behind in Ember during the final rush to evacuate the city before the once-great generator finally gave out. If these supplies could be retrieved, it could make all the difference …
The Diamond of Darkhold is the fourth and last installment of the spectacular "Books of Ember" series. It was an absolute thrill to read and I enjoyed watching it come to a formidable end.
When Doon and Lina led the people of Ember out of their dying underground city and into the world above, everything was different and strange. A few months have passed since then, and the people of Ember are living in the small village of Sparks. Life in this new world is difficult, especially when facing the hardships of the Emberite's first winter. Harsh weather and quickly depleting food and medical supplies make some Emberites think back to their easier life in Ember. Valuable supplies were left behind in Ember during the final rush to evacuate the city before the once-great generator finally gave out. If these supplies could be retrieved, it could make all the difference for life in Sparks.
In the story, Doon and Lina discover an ancient book written by the Builders of Ember. The unusual book is nearly destroyed, but it hints at an advanced device that the Builders might have left behind for the Emberites. This device was built to help make life for the citizens of Ember above ground easier. Together, Lina and Doon return to the abandoned city of Ember to find this device from the Builders. But Ember is a different city now, and is definitely not what they expect.
“The Diamond of Darkhold” is another great book from Jeanne DuPrau. The plot is immaculate, with plenty of great details and fresh new looks at areas of Ember that readers didn't get to see before. With each new Book of Ember DuPrau shares just a little more information about the grand plot and intricate workings behind the history of Ember. I highly recommend “The Diamond of Darkhold” and the entire "Books of Ember" series to anyone who not just loves a fantastic adventure, but also a story with great moral inclinations.
