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The Prophet of Yonwood (Book of Ember, #3)

Jeanne DuPrau
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The Prophet of Yonwood (Book of Ember, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006

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Jeanne DuPrau

The Prophet of Yonwood (Book of Ember, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

289

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

North Carolina • Near Future

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

760L

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Super Short Summary

The Prophet of Yonwood by Jeanne DuPrau follows a young girl named Nickie who moves to the town of Yonwood. She grapples with understanding a prophetic vision that has gripped the community, navigating challenges that test her understanding of morality and the unknown future. This story is a prequel to The City of Ember.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

34,929 ratings

43%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

23%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Prophet of Yonwood by Jeanne DuPrau offers an intriguing prequel to the City of Ember series. It captivates with its imaginative premise and thought-provoking themes. However, some readers felt the plot's pacing was uneven and the connections to the main series were tenuous. Overall, it delivers a unique setup but may not satisfy all fans of the original books.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Prophet of Yonwood (Book of Ember, #3)?

A reader who enjoys The Prophet of Yonwood by Jeanne DuPrau will likely appreciate thought-provoking dystopian novels that combine mystery and adventure. Fans of Lois Lowry's The Giver and Jeanne DuPrau's The City of Ember will find a similar mix of societal critique and suspenseful storytelling.

3.8

34,929 ratings

43%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

23%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

289

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

North Carolina • Near Future

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

760L

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