#lina mayfleet

[b3amoor3]

City of Ember fanart lol! It’s been a huge comfort for me since I was 12. I ship Lina and Doon soooo hard. November 2021

Edit: I found these oldies from 2019! :)

The 10 year old was torren LMAO. I had a hc that Doon was bi because he clearly had a crush on Tick in The People of Sparks.

#city of ember #art #Lina mayfleet #doon harrow

[empress-of-snark]

#there’s so many more I could include but I only had ten options ;( #the westing game #anne of green gables #a series of unfortunate events #harry potter #a wrinkle in time #the chronicles of narnia #inkheart #the princess diaries #east #the city of ember

[pan-fried-autism]

what is the city of ember

its a post apocalyptic childrens novel by Jeanne DuPrau, published in 2003 I think? we read it first in either 4th grade or 7th grade, i don't remember which.

There is a city that seems to be the only thing in a world of darkness, lit only by a vast array of lightbulbs. The infrastructure is crumbling, there are shortages of certain items, and the lightbulbs sometimes stop working, but nobody knows what to do. The story follows the protagonists, Lina Mayfleet and Doon Harrow, when they reach working age and start working in vastly different areas of the city. It follows them as they discover more and more just how fragile their city is.

Between the first novel and the second (theres 4 but i only have the first 2), im not sure which one i like more, cuz both paint pictures of very very interesting worlds that make me want to learn more about them. The first novel is a good way to start tho, i liked it so much that i accidentally took home one of the books the school gave us and forgot to give it back.

either way, its a really good book! i'd honestly recommend giving it a read. actually theres a lot of books we had to read in school that i still love to death. dont even get me started on a series of unfortunate events lmao

#the giver is like this book but more metaphorically dark than literally #and its for kinda older audiences. #rey answers asks #book discussion #childrens book #childrens literature #the city of ember

[adamwatchesmovies]

City of Ember (2008)

An early entry in the now-defunct Young-Adult Dystopian action/romance genre, City of Ember didn’t make much of a splash upon release. It’s too bad. There is plenty of appeal in this tale for young adults and the parents accompanying them.

As a global catastrophe toppled human civilization, the underground city of Ember was constructed to shelter the survivors. With the surface now uninhabitable, a box timed to open after 200 years was given to the city's inhabitants. Unfortunately, the box was lost and the instructions inside detailing how to return to the surface were never received. Now, no one even knows there’s a world beyond the walls of Ember. Machinery is becoming increasingly unreliable and resources are getting scarce. Hope seems lost until Lina Mayfleet (Saoirse Ronan) discovers the box and sets to uncover its secrets with the help of her friend Doon (Harry Treadway).

Some of the picture’s visuals are dated, which is unfortunate. When we’re on sets, it’s a good-looking film whose world feels lived-in and gives you plenty to look at. As a viewer, you know what the box leads to. The characters don’t. Rather than frustrate, this increases the intrigue. Will they be able to correctly interpret the box's messages? These children have never seen sunlight before. The idea of a world beyond Ember is unfathomable. They’re trying to solve clues that’ll lead to a concept they’ve never dreamed of and meanwhile, the world around them is crumbling. There are threats all around, meaning we don’t need to have a bwahaha villain to come around and complicate things. We kind of have one in the form of the incompetent mayor (played by Bill Murray) but even him you can sorta sympathize with.

The leads are appealing and full of enthusiasm, which helps draw you into their story. The picture lasts a stark 90 minutes which works both for, and against it. It’s fast-paced and exciting but you keep wishing City of Ember would go deeper into its world and characters. This very much feels like a book adaptation in that several elements pass by quickly and leave you to fill in the gaps on your own.

Few people saw City of Ember in theaters, which makes me think this is not even going to be one of those movies that suddenly gets rediscovered once those who grew up in 2008 become old enough to have kids of their own. That's disappointing. This film has the makings of a childhood favorite - particularly for those who saw it and also read the book it’s based on - if it could only find an audience. Even if that never happens, this is a good pick for family movie night. (March 7, 2019)

#City of Ember #movies #films #movie reviews #film reviews #Gil Kenan #Caroline Thompson #Saoirse Ronan #Harry Treadaway #Mary Kay Place #Bill Murray #Martin Landau #Toby Jones #Tim Robbins #2008 movies #2008 films

[tonkirecords]

City of ember

#CITY OF EMBER HOW TO#

#CITY OF EMBER PROFESSIONAL#

The reality is that once a direction forward on any issue is determined, we can only be responsible for our own behaviors, and the rest is up to our colleagues.

#CITY OF EMBER PROFESSIONAL#

Nearly every decision that we encounter in our professional lives involves this dynamic. This is true in any meaningful exchange between people. Positive change and adaptation can only happen in an environment of trust. We’re evolving our communications and developing new tools to better understand our patients’ personal needs. In academic medicine specifically, we’re adapting to shifting payment models, diminished federal funding for research, and an increased need to deliver better, more compassionate care to our patients at a lower cost. In our increasingly fast-paced work lives, change happens rapidly. When people aren ’t made to feel comfortable to discuss matters, decisions also have less chance to succeed.

#CITY OF EMBER HOW TO#

While it’s common for people to have different ideas on how to arrive at a shared goal, many often do not feel comfortable sharing their thoughts in meetings or in an open setting. Since the novel is for young readers, the author has provided a silver lining at the final message stating people always find a solution for all their problems in spite of the chronic fear. Finally, the four messages come like a rather dark omen, Man's internal fear of the end whether the religious end represented by the apocalypse or the scientific end and the expiry of earth. The research studies four vital messages the first message is that history repeats itself for the novel has many allusions to the history of Jews and their painful holocaust and even goes back in history the days of Moses and the Exodus, the second message tackles the conspiracy theory that states nothing happens by accident and that everything is planned and connected hence comes the third message incarnated in the film adaptation of the novel, secret societies do exist namely the freemasons. In this research, both the novel and the film adaptation are studied with the intent to decode the warning messages that the novelist and the director tried to introduce to the audience. Ages 10-13.The City of Ember is a very interesting novel that is although intended for young readers, have so many layers and messages that are misunderstood. Readers will sit on the edge of their seats as each new truth comes to light. Thanks to full-blooded characters every bit as compelling as the plot, Lina and Doon's search parallels the universal adolescent quest for answers. Together, the pair become detectives in search of the truth-part of which may be buried in some strange words that were hidden in Lina's grandmother's closet. Meanwhile, the messages Lina carries point to other sorts of subterfuge. Through their perspectives, DuPrau reveals the fascinating details of this subterranean community: as Doon repairs leaks deep down among the Pipeworks, he also learns just how dire the situation is with their malfunctioning generator. Lina gets "pipeworks laborer," a job that Doon wants, while Doon draws "messenger," the job that Lina covets, and they trade. The story opens on Assignment Day in the year 241, when 12-year-olds Lina Mayfleet and Doon Harrow draw lots for their jobs from the mayor's bag. They tuck "The Instructions" to a way out within a locked box programmed to open at the right time. The city of Ember, "the only light in the dark world," began as a survival experiment created by the "Builders" who wanted their children to "grow up with no knowledge of a world outside, so that they feel no sorrow for what they have lost." An opening prologue describes the Builders' intentions-that Ember's citizens leave the city after 220 years. In her electric debut, DuPrau imagines a post-apocalyptic underground world where resources are running out.

#City of ember

[ajsbookreviews]

The City of Ember (Books 1-4) Review

The City of Ember

Author: Jeanne DuPrau

Description: The City of Ember was built as a last refuge for the human race. Two Hundred years later, supplies are running low and terrifying blackouts are sweeping through the streets. It’s only a matter of time before the lights go out and never come back again. When Lina finds part of a secret message, she’s sure it holds a clue that will save Ember. She enlists her friend Doon, and together they explore long-forgotten parts of their dying city as they race to solve the mystery. If they succeed, they will have to convince everyone to follow them into danger. But if they fail? The lights will burn out and the darkness will close in forever.

Rating: ★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Review: The City of Ember is a novel targeted to audiences from 8-12 years (according to DuPrau’s indication on the lower backside of the book), yet I found myself thoroughly enjoying it. The storyline is intriguing and interesting, leaving both younger audiences wondering how the characters are going to solve the riddles, but also the adults that might be reading to understand the subliminal messages behind the reason as to why Ember exists.

The movie adaptation is not far from the novel, mainly the appearances of some of the characters and the process of finding their way out of Ember differentiate. In fact, taking into account the slight differences, I personally think they compliment each other. As the book is written from the perspective of two twelve-year-olds, Lina and Doon, the descriptive part of the book can be harder to picture, especially the structure and scenery of Ember. In that sense, the movie is a great addition to the overall story, including the fact that the children seem older in the movie than in the book, thus making the story a little more realistic.

The People of Sparks

Author: Jeanne DuPrau

Description: Lina and Doon helped the citizens of Ember escape the city that threatened to destroy them. They’ve been given safe haven in a small village called Sparks, a place filled with color and life. But they’re not out of danger yet. Although Sparks seems like the answer the long-suffering Emberites have been hoping for, tempers soon escalate. The villagers have never had to share their world before, and it only  takes a tiny ”spark” to ignite a battle between the two struggling groups. Lina and Doon will have to work together to avoid a disaster not only for their people, but also for the people of Sparks.

Rating: ★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Review: The People of Sparks is the continuation of the The City of Ember. This book revolves mostly around survival, conflicts and how to solve them. It amazed me how many feelings this novel sparked in me and how much it made me dislike some of its characters. Though it wasn’t as good as the first instalment, I find it necessary for the progression of the story. It’s a given that if a town is gonna accommodate a whole new city’s worth of people there are going to be some misunderstandings and problems. Nevertheless, some of the conflicts were ridiculous, though credible, and the way the town of Sparks presented themselves as superior almost made my hands shake in anger (I’m telling you, this book made me feel some serious emotions). Out of the newly introduced characters, there were three that knew perfectly how to push my buttons in all the wrong places. In some instances, the disputes between the people and the involvement of these horrid characters made my blood almost boil.

On a more positive note, the ending was sweet, endearing and downright wholesome. It gave me hope for a better future to the people of Sparks and Ember. It even made me cry.

The Diamond of Darkhold

Author: Jeanne DuPrau

Description: Lina and Doon escaped the dying city of Ember and have survived the first few months above-ground. But it’s winter now, and the harsh realities of their new world have begun to set in. When Doon finds a book that hints at an important long-lost device, it doesn’t take much for him to convince Lina to join him for one last adventure in the place they used to call home. After all, the book is eerily similar to the instructions that led them out of the darkness – how could hey not at least try to unpack its secrets? But will this mysterious technology be enough to help their people? And what – and who – will they find when they return?

Rating: ★★★★★★★★☆☆

Review: The Diamond of Darkhold is the third volume in The City of Ember storyline and the final book revolving Lina and Doon. The story takes place a few months after The People of Sparks, meaning that the main characters are now 13 years old, but also that winter has arrived and the odds are not in their favor. The reminiscence and nostalgia of Lina and Doon going on an adventure to save their city, in this case village, warmed my heart to the brim. Yet going back into Ember, walking down the once-lit streets and bringing back all those memories of what had been their home made my heart break a little.

Apart from closure and a worthy ending, this book brings a few laughs, especially during the scenes with the Trogg family, and a sense of unity and equality between the villagers. It lacks the angering and worrying parts of The People of Sparks and adds adventure, love and teamwork back on the table.

Side note: I read the books in this order, not like the author published them, thus I was completely unprepared for the last paragraphs of the final chapter. Those who’ve read the books will understand my absolutely hilarious reaction of being caught so utterly off-guard when I read those few sentences without any prior context whatsoever. For a brief second I felt like Jim from the Office, just staring off into the distance trying to understand how on earth that scene had been thrown into the mix, and then the book ended.

The Prophet of Yonwood

Author: Jeanne DuPrau

Description: Nickie will grow up to be one of the first citizens of the city of Ember. But for now, she is a girl who has just moved to the town of Yonwood. There, she discovers a place full of suspicion, where one citizen's visions of fire and destruction have turned everyone against each other. Eager to take her mind off her father’s absence as he works on a mysterious government project, Nickie reads her great-grandfather's peculiar journals, spies on a reclusive neighbor who studies the heavens, and meets a strange boy who is fascinated with snakes – all while keeping an eye out for trouble. But is it already too late to avoid a devastating war?

Rating: ★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Review: The Prophet of Yonwood is the prequel to The City of Ember and the last book from this fictional universe. Now, compared to the other three books, this one sadly fell back into the ”rather pointless” category. It’s not that it wasn’t good, but the storyline was a bit boring seeing as the only actual information you need to find the connection to the rest of the books is written in the last few chapters. What I found the most interesting was the explanation of the ending paragraphs of The Diamond of Darkhold (that shook me so much when I first read it) and needless to say, my original reaction was justified. The whole plot-point of Hoyt McCoy and how he somehow managed to post-pone the Disaster was hilarious to say the least. Don’t get me wrong, it’s completely credible, but the way it was just thrown into the very ending of The Diamond of Darkhold still makes me laugh.

All in all, the novel is a bit dull and slow-paced at times, even if it has a few cult-ish traits to spice it up, it simply falls short behind the other three.

#the city of ember #the people of sparks #the diamond of darkhold #the prophet of yonwood #lina mayfleet #doon harrow #nicole randolph #jeanne duprau #book review #books #book recommendations #recommendations #lina #doon #lina x doon #nickie #city of ember

[cromchychipdip]

I wish I still had my City of Ember books with me because I want to talk about how beautifully done the world building and characters were, but I don't want to misremember anything hgggggggg but one thing I remember and love is that the two main preteen characters don't end up together romantically in the end (I don't acknowledge the epilogue of the last book) and they use their roles in the strict society they were raised in in order to expose the secrets of the city and bring everyone out safely.

#and wait why did nobody tell me that it got a movie adaptation???? #anyway lina and doon's friendship is the best thing #and it uses a lot of young adult revolution novel tropes in the best ways #and i remember this one scene where lina was looking through a library book #and she came across the word 'hogwash' #and the book stated that nobody knew what a hog was nor why anyone would wash it #yes!! that's good world building!! of course an underground city wouldn't have hogs!! #and the fact that nobody knows what a boat is either is great! #and the power outage scene #i just #this is such a good series guys please read it if you can #(and feel free to send me some links to free versions hint hint wink wink) #city of ember #lina mayfleet #doon harrow

[a-typical]

"We had electricity," Lina said, glad to score a point over him. "We had it in Ember, until it ran out. We had street lights, and lamps in our houses, and electric stoves in the kitchen."

For a moment Torren looked dismayed. "But did you have movies?" He said.

Lina shook her head. "Anyway," she said, "What does all this have to do with my sister?"

"I'm about to tell you, if you'd just let me." The important tone came back into his voice. "So there were all these billions of people, but there got to be too many of them. They messed up the world. That was why the Three Plagues came. But before the Three Plagues, they had the Four Wars."

p. 74-75, The People of Sparks (book two of City of Ember)

The character of Torren goes on to describe the wars were over oil, and religion, and resources. And describes the plagues including, most notably; "....the one where you suddenly can't breathe."

#city of ember #the people of sparks #books #Jeanne DuPrau #Lina Mayfleet #Doon Harrow #reddit #three plagues #four wars #reddit comment #book quote #not mine #negative

[triangles-the-other-white-meat]

Like this if you’ve ever read The City of Ember because I am genuinely curious

#an absolute masterpiece of a book #fantastic writing #amazing story #lovable characters #the city of ember #books #lina mayfleet

[writing-fanics]

> you two are absolutely cute together

> Doon isn’t much for PDA and neither are you but when other boys start to flirt with you he would kiss you

> cuddling in his bedroom

> when the blackouts happen and if your near him you could hug him

> forehead kisses so many forehead kisses

> he’s kinda protective

> when you get into an argument with your family you go his house and just cuddle with him and tell him what happened

> to be honest he likes it when you wear his shirts when you come over

> his dad absolutely loves you

> helping him and Lina escape Ember

> Sometimes visiting him when he’s at his job

> he says “I love you first”

> and you return it

> just being the absolute best couple

> he loves it when you really your fingers through his hair as he lays on your chest

> he also loves it when you lay on his chest

> he loves it when you wrap your arms around his waist

> if you two ever have kids he’ll be the best dad ever

#fanfic #x reader #Doon Harrow x reader #City of Embee x reader #Lina Mayfleet #City of Ember books #Doon Harrow is cute #Poppy Mayfleet #fluff #Headcanons #harry treadaway

[hiramstolowitski]

were lina and doon actually endgame or am i remembering it wrong

#is there a fandom for this #someone please enlighten me #i have more questions #city of ember #lina mayfleet #doon harrow

[leafcabbage]

Since you said last stream that you liked City of Ember. I would like to show you my baby,

Lina Mayfleet.

Not a thought behind those eyes :)

LINA!!!!!!!!!!!!!! INCREDIBLE LOVE HER!!!!!!!!

#cabbage answers #not fic #swarmofabout1000bees

[puhssycat]

character influences for miss pussycat, if u couldn’t already tell : polexia n bits of penny lane - almost famous, queenie goldstein, summer finn, emma woodhouse, sugar kowalczk, illana wexler, nana komatsu, ponyboy curtis, lina mayfleet

#mobile / #tbd

[sassmill]

Daydreaming about marrying Saoirse Ronan and telling people with pride “I married Lina Mayfleet so fuck you”

#just like imagine the presence of she who spoke the immortal words #‘women’ #saoirse ronan

[salamoonder]

Chapters: 1/? Fandom: Doctor Who (2005), The City of Ember - Jeanne DuPrau Rating: Teen And Up Audiences Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Thirteenth Doctor/Yasmin Khan, Thirteenth Doctor/Missy, Tenth Doctor/The Master (Simm), Tenth Doctor/Rose Tyler, Amy Pond/Rory Williams, The Doctor/The Master (Doctor Who), Eleventh Doctor & Amy Pond & Rory Williams, Twelfth Doctor & Clara Oswin Oswald, Doon Harrow/Lina Mayfleet Characters: Thirteenth Doctor, Yasmin Khan, Ryan Sinclair, Graham O'Brien, Tenth Doctor, Rose Tyler, The Master (Simm), The Master | Koschei (Doctor Who: Academy Era), The Doctor | Theta Sigma (Doctor Who: Academy Era), Eleventh Doctor, Rory Williams, Amy Pond (Doctor Who), Clara Oswin Oswald, Twelfth Doctor, The Doctor (Doctor Who), The Master (Doctor Who), The Doctor's TARDIS, Lina Mayfleet, Doon Harrow, Poppy Mayfleet Additional Tags: Crossover, A literal alternate universe au, Unhealthy Relationships, Angst with a Happy Ending, Lovers To Enemies, i think, Time Skips, Wibbly wobbly timey wimey stuff basically, Established Relationship, Implied Sexual Content Summary:

The Doctor has tried, of course, to forget. Every few decades she thinks maybe she'll succeed; maybe she can leave everything that happened behind in the ruins of Gallifrey.

Or perhaps she can bury it where it truly belongs, in that dead or dying city that they stumbled across that came to be so like them, so hauntingly, achingly familiar that the Doctor could've sworn she could hear their hearts beating along with the rattle of its rusted and worn out plumbing. So familiar that the name was only whispered and they were both thrown right back to that moment in the eternal dark, with nothing to cling to but violent hands.

Maybe deep down, she's just mad at herself. Because, really, on a cosmic scale? This is a speck of dust. A teenage squabble, a slammed door, an angry message, a night spent crying into a pillow.

She keeps trying to convince herself of that.

And every time, just like clockwork, she fails.

#doctor who #thirteenth doctor #yasmin khan #the master #the doctor #i just keep writing fic while i have unfinished stuff huh #thane.fic

[yvesdot]

trans city of ember??? Go on :3

I’m assuming everyone knows the City of Ember series, because how could you not, but unfortunately a lot of Younger Folks do not know it without having had the book recommended by someone else who is older or something, and also a lot of people saw the film and have no idea what the series is actually about.

Ember is a dark, dark city under a naturally black sky, lit only by streetlamps that are starting to flicker and go out for hours at a time as a result of a breaking Generator. Upon graduating, Lina Mayfleet is assigned the job of “Pipeworks Laborer” and Doon Harrow is given the job of “Messenger,” but the two switch immediately– Lina loves running around and exploring the city, and Doon believes he can fix what’s happening if only he finds out more about the mysterious Generator by the river.

Obviously one does not simply write a book by copying another book, but City of Ember is one of my greatest unused inspirations. So I have decided, since technically someone asked, to list precisely what would be included from the original series and what would be new.

from the series

age group

I’ve actually not written much (or anything, as far as I can recall) that falls under the ‘middle grade’ lens. This is maybe because I write so much romance, but still, I’d like to give younger ages a try– especially because not much is being written about gay and trans people for kiddos. More now, but still. I also love middle grade apocalypse type stories– don’t lighten the plot for the children!!

apocalyptic city

I love the actual city of Ember. I love the darkness, the streetlights, the patched-together feel of the buildings, et cetera. Now, the good news is that this is actually somewhat subjective, seeing as I didn’t feel the same vibes at all from the film (which is a literal adaptation of the book), but basically I like the idea of this flatly lower/middle-class society living in barely-functioning apartments.

romance that isn’t romance

I actually really like the grey-area romance in a lot of middle-grade books, by which I mean some hand-holding and nothing else. So the MC has a Something with the trans girl she’s befriending. (Didn’t feel like Ember had a romance? My point exactly.)

strict roles

I love this concept, and since it’s going to be transed in my version, you can imagine how far it will go, but I love things like assigned jobs and government-edited schooling and whatnot. The idea that you know at an extremely young age what you’re ‘supposed’ to be. It’s odd to me that Lina and Doon never questioned that they’d want a different job later in life… leading up to the things I would change!

brand new

controlled families

Even when a dystopia doesn’t say it, everyone is Required to be Cis and Straight. So obviously we’re going to have a The Lobster-esque situation where people, by a certain age, must be matched up to a person of the ‘opposite’ gender so they can, you know, receive their government-assigned home and have children. If they’re not matched, they get matched by some government-assigned matchmakers. Maybe I should add ‘low tech’ to the list of things I love about Ember.

rebels in disguise

I just wanted to talk about the Lesbians Next Door; one of them is still married, the other one’s husband died from a previously-curable illness a while ago. They hang out in the latter’s apartment a lot; our MC sees them around a lot and gets into a are you one of us situation later on.

gender-specific roles

You know what really, genuinely, absolutely boggles my mind? That you can point to any dystopia, literally any one, and they’ll likely not only have strict factions, jobs, etc etc, but also gendered dressing. Here are several examples of worlds in which clothing is furiously gendered, but gender roles/differences are almost never acknowledged: The Giver. Divergent (Amity, specifically, in this shot.) Fahrenheit 451 even has a male-only fire squad. Everyone is dressed the same except for one change: gender.

I know a lot of other fellow trans people liked apocalyptic and dystopian fiction as kids for the exact reason that they, too, felt like they were being boxed into narrow paths they couldn’t make themselves follow ‘properly’. So, like I said, this trope has officially been transed.

The main plot is that MC sees a ‘boy’ who looks very odd, and she realizes it’s because said ‘boy’ has long hair, which is actually not allowed. Turns out this ‘boy’ is a trans girl, and she’s obviously not having a great time (whereas MC, being just sort of questioning, doesn’t know what’s making her so uncomfortable yet.) So MC and MC2 switch places in their horrific government assigned jobs, because when MC puts her long hair up in a bun, she can kind of pass for a young guy, and MC2′s long hair makes her look like any other girl once she’s in MC’s uniform. Things progress from there, but nothing much has been planned yet (hence MC/MC2…) 

I do like the idea, though, and something will likely come of it eventually. Thank you so much for asking!

#the place that was above the underground #Got to give it an odd title for now... #Anonymous #txt