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The Hungry City Chronicles, penned by Philip Reeve, is a thrilling and imaginative series set in a post-apocalyptic world where cities have become mobile, consuming resources and smaller towns for survival. The series follows the adventures of Tom Natsworthy, a young apprentice, and Hester Shaw, a fierce girl with a scarred face, as they navigate the treacherous world of predator cities. The first book, Mortal Engines, introduces the concept of mobile cities and the power struggles between them. The series delves into themes of survival, morality, and the consequences of war. Readers will be captivated by the intricate world-building, steampunk-inspired technology, and the complex characters that inhabit this unique universe. The Hungry City Chronicles is a thought-provoking and engaging series that combines elements of science fiction, adventure, and dystopia. It is suitable for young adults and older readers who enjoy action-packed stories with depth and substance. The series comprises four books: Mortal Engines, Predator's Gold, Infernal Devices, and A Darkling Plain, providing a rich and immersive reading experience...
Philip Reeve
Mortal Engines
If you enjoyed The Hungry City Chronicles, you might like to return to its roots with Mortal Engines, the first book in the series. Follow Tom and Hester on their adventures in a world where cities move and consume each other for resources.
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The Wind Singer
Like The Hungry City Chronicles, The Wind Singer is a thrilling adventure set in a dystopian world. Join Kestrel and Bowman Hath as they uncover the secrets of their city and fight against oppression.
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The City of Ember
The City of Ember is a gripping tale of survival in a dying city, much like the world of The Hungry City Chronicles. Follow Lina and Doon as they uncover the secrets of their underground home and search for a way out.
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The Knife of Never Letting Go
The Knife of Never Letting Go is a thrilling post-apocalyptic novel, where Todd discovers a secret that could change the fate of his town. This book shares the same sense of adventure and danger as The Hungry City Chronicles.
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The Maze Runner
The Maze Runner is a fast-paced, post-apocalyptic novel that shares the same sense of adventure and mystery as The Hungry City Chronicles. Follow Thomas as he wakes up in a glade with no memory and must find a way out.
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The Giver
The Giver is a thought-provoking novel about a society that has eliminated pain and strife by converting to
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Uglies
Uglies is a thrilling novel set in a world where everyone is turned beautiful at 16, but Tally discovers a secret that could change everything. This book shares the same themes of a dystopian society as The Hungry City Chronicles.
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The Hunger Games
The Hunger Games is a gripping novel about a dystopian society where children are forced to fight to the death in an annual event. This book shares the same themes of a dystopian society as The Hungry City Chronicles.
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Divergent
Divergent is a thrilling novel set in a dystopian society divided into factions based on personality type. This book shares the same themes of a dystopian society as The Hungry City Chronicles.
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The Giver of Stars
If you enjoyed the themes of adventure and friendship in The Hungry City Chronicles, you might enjoy The Giver of Stars, a historical novel about a group of women who form a traveling library in Depression-era America.
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