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__Prophet of Yonwood,__ by Jeanne DuPrau ISBN: 0-375-87526-3 c2006 289 pages

Summary: Nickie, our 11 year old main character, is visiting the city of Yonwood, N.C. while her and her aunt clean out a family house (that is more like a mansion). While there, Nickie does a lot of exploring within the house and uncovers some odd things from the past. She also explores around the town to figure out what is going on. There are some odd things happening in town because of words the “prophet” is saying. In turn, many normal things that used to happen in town are being taken away. For example, lights must be turned off...dogs must be taken away...little things in life are no longer acceptable. Nickie begins to wonder why and discovers the real meaning behind everything. As she journals this, the reader is led into why this book is tied into the 1st and 2nd books of the City of Ember. Not a strong read in my opinion!

YA fiction--fantasy/science fiction; prophecies; conduct of life;

Jennifer Lang - WDMS - ©2007