Wendy Dillon

Lina and Doon have successfully led the citizens of Ember out of the darkness and into a vibrant, sunlit world above ground. They find safe haven in a small, colorful village called Sparks, where the residents agree to take them in. But the transition is far from easy. You will see how quickly tensions rise when the struggling villagers are forced to share their limited food and resources with hundreds of hungry strangers. It only takes a tiny disagreement to ignite a fierce conflict between the two groups. Lina and Doon must step up once again, using their wits and compassion to prevent a disastrous battle. You will join them on a difficult journey to build trust and find a way for two very different communities to survive together. This powerful sequel explores the challenges of starting over and the courage it takes to choose peace over anger.