The Prophet of Yonwood

About “The Prophet of Yonwood”

It is 50 years before the founding of the city of Ember, and the world is facing a crisis. Eleven-year-old Nickie and her aunt travel to the small town of Yonwood, North Carolina, where a respected citizen has a vision of fire and destruction. Her unclear words are seen as a warning about an impending disaster, but interpreting them is the challenge. As the townspeople try to understand the message, Nickie explores the town's mysteries, including her great-grandfather's strange journals, a neighbor who studies the stars, and a boy who loves snakes. She searches for ways to help prevent a devastating war. This prequel to The City of Ember and The People of Sparks by Jeanne DuPrau explores how hope can be found in unexpected places during times of uncertainty.