Numbers by rachel ward hardcover book the parent store. Numbers, rachel ward fanfiction archive fanfiction. I see a lot of people referring to this book as science fiction or paranormal, and i just cant agree with those labels. Numbers, rachel ward fanfiction archive with over 3 stories. I do not own the harry potter world nor its characters. Its a gritty tale, unsparingly told, and debut novelist ward demonstrates exceptional control of her material. Jan 19, 2015 numbers by rachel ward amazon hive booksnumbers is a unique and interesting book in which the main character, jem has a secret gift. I love searching online and finding out about books and writers, so i thought id do the decent thing and give readers a peek into my world. Download and read online for free numbers by rachel ward. Whenever jem meets someone new, no matter who, as soon as she looks into their eyes, a number pops into her head. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Who are the characters of the book numbers by rachel ward.
Rachel ward gives good description on the setting and of the characters. Numbers, the debut novel for teens by rachel ward is a book very much concerned with life and death. Thats why i was pissed off when i got to my favorite haunt down by the canal and found someone had got there before me. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. She makes references to psychic powersspiders grandmother can see aurasbut by the end of the book, the numbers went nowhere. I still adored them, even though they are flawed as people. Numbers is a young adult novel featuring awkward, fifteen year old jem marsh. If it wasnt for barry cunningham, harry potter might still be languishing in his. Book 2, the chaos, continues in this same thread, but with a few twists. Rachel ward won a writers award at a regional arts festival, and her prizewinning short story turned into the opening chapter of her debut novel, numbers. Jem and spider are memorable characters, and having just seen the blind side i am forcibly reminded that children will expand or contract to the limits of their.
Numbers 2 the chaos by rachel ward published by chicken house 2010 adam sees numbers when he looks in peoples eyes he can see thei. When she looks into a persons eyes, she sees a number unique. Feb 06, 2009 numbers is a highconcept, itcouldgoanywhere idea taken down an unexpected and interesting route. Until she meets spider, another outsider, and takes a chance. She lives in bath, england with her husband and their two children. I wanted something else, but nothing came after the end. Rachel ward author of numbers goodreads share book. Free download or read online infinity pdf epub numbers series book. Burdened with such an awful awareness, jem avoids relationships. The chaos is out, and its the second book in the series by a talented.
Pdf numbers book by rachel ward free download 325 pages. Numbers by rachel ward 9781905294930paperback lovereading. Now me and spider were two ants in a city of millions, nothing more than that. Remote work advice from the largest allremote company. Rachel ward has written a really dirty and gritty novel here, one that will stick with me for a. Any day of the week, if you know were to look youll find us. The main characters of this young adult, fantasy story are terry dawson, jem marsh. Buy the paperback book numbers by rachel ward at indigo. From brandon sanderson, the number one new york times bestselling author of the reckoners series, words of radiance, and the internationally bestselling mistborn series, comes the first book in an epic new series about a girl who dreams of becoming a pilot in a dangerous world at war for humanitys future. The first edition of the novel was published in november 8th 2008, and was written by rachel ward. Im also not the first person to come up with this since rachel ward has published a book called numbers.
Jem can see the numbers when she look someones eye spider the person that let jem take a chance to have a relations with others mr. In the beginning of the book jem one of the main characters says, there are places were kids like me go. If it had just been a stranger, some old dosser or junkie, id have gone somewhere else. May 1, 2012 a trilogy that began in the recognizable present concludes in a postapocalyptic dystopic england, 17 years from now. Chicken house is one of my favorite british childrens book publishers. It describes moses taking two population censuses, hence the name numbers. This is a great story for teenagers and adults alike packed with thrills, tension and heart. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. One of these short stories formed the first chapter of numbers, which has. In london in the begging of the story, the main setting was in the city of london. Although numbers is a some what slow book anyone that can handle that. Since its release in 2010, rachel ward has written two sequels, numbers 2. Spider the person that let jem take a chance to have a.
In the tradition of dark young adult novels, rachel ward enters the scene with numbers, a bleak story about 15yearold jem, who has the ability to predict the exact date of peoples deaths. But while waiting to ride the eye ferris wheel, jem notices that all the other tourists in. The purpose of the book of numbers is to tell about how israel prepared to enter the promise land, but sinned and was punished. I would recommend the book numbers by rachel ward to a friend because the book has a very unique and engaging plot. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 325 pages and is available in hardcover format.
Jem and spider are memorable characters, and having just seen the blind side i am forcibly reminded that children. She is an actress and director, known for the thorn birds 1983, against all odds 1984 and sharkys machine 1981. Numbers by rachel ward by victoria cassell on prezi. When he looks in peoples eyes he can see the dates of their deaths, just like his mum jem used to. Something wasnt right, and i didnt know how to fix it. Rachel ward first won a writers award at a regional arts festival, and her prizewinning short story turned into the opening chapter of numbers, her breakout debut novel. Each week, our editors select the one author and one book they believe to be most worthy of your attention and highlight them in our pro connect email alert. The chaos book two in the numbers series by rachel ward. They all rightfully belong to jk rowling, but all of the plot changes, new characters and dialogues are mine. This book is good for people who enjoy romance and thriller, as there is a lot of both genres all the way through the book. Rachels book leaped off the page as a must for screen adaptation.
Any day of the week, if you know where to look, youll find us. This study guide consists of approximately 34 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and. Welcome to the website of rachel ward, author of books for teenagers and young adults. The chaos is another action packed, character driven book by rachel ward that had me skipping sleep in favor of reading just one more page. Shame the blurb on the back gave away three quarters of the plot, but i loved the writing, the broad scope of this, the neat way grisham pulled the threads of the story together and the. When he sees that everyone around him has the same date in their eyes 2025 he becomes deeply afraid. For as long as she can remember, jem has always been able to see the numbers. My first john grisham and, boy oh boy, did i enjoy this book.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Told in the first person, this is jems story of the time spent with her friend spider. Its storyline had me hooked and i finished the book in just over a day. In fact i think thats part of why i loved them, its nice to see characters that arent perfect. Mar 08, 2010 the biggest flaw, for me, was that ward just didnt do enough with the numbers. The biggest flaw, for me, was that ward just didnt do enough with the numbers. Rachel ward website, blog, goodreads, twitter rachel ward grew up in bookham, surrey. Nov 08, 2008 i would recommend the book numbers by rachel ward to a friend because the book has a very unique and engaging plot.
Setting everything was up and running now, the traffic in full swing, people out and about. Num8ers by rachel ward read free online read best books. Chapter one there are places where kids like me go. Jem can see the numbers when she look someones eye. Its sequel, the chaos, was published in spring 2011. Rachel lives in bath, england, with her husband and their two children. Adam and sarah are just as real in this book as the one before. Seemingly downbeat, it is both intelligent and lifeaffirming. The first edition of the novel was published in june 2nd 2011, and was written by rachel ward. Its such a great book, and its a really fast read too. The main characters of this science fiction, young adult story are mia, adam jeffries.
How are numbers used in the harry potter book series. Exactly 9 34 years pass between harry leaving the wizarding world 31oct1 nov 1981 and his returning to the wizarding world 31 july 1991 each year at hogwarts lasts 9 34 months 1 sept to the. Numbers by rachel ward at the best online ebook storage. Like his mother, jem, when fifteenyearold adam looks in peoples eyes he can see the dates of their deaths and now he sees. Like sometimes, when things are confusing, we try and make sense of it. Theyve been in this same spot for about a year and now theyre getting ready to start out on their journey to this land flowing with milk and honey that god. Book 1 characters rachel ward this study guide consists of approximately 34 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of numbers. Sad kids, bad kids, bored kids, and lonely kids, kids that are different. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures.
My english teacher is having us write an essay on a book. Adamthe child conceived in tragedy in numbers 2010is a father now himself, caretaker to. This is the exact same place where the israelites have been hanging out since god freed them from slavery back in exodus. After school she studied geography at durham university and combined working for a number of local authorities with raising a family. She began writing in her 30s, starting out with short stories. Rachel ward books list of books by author rachel ward. This study guide consists of approximately 34 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis. The chaos alternates povs this time around, following adam, jems son, and sarah. Numbers 2 the chaos by rachel ward published by chicken house 2010 adam sees numbers when he looks in peoples eyes he can see their deathdates, just like his mum jem used to. What is the theme of the book numbers by rachel ward answers. She has been married to bryan brown since april 16, 1983.
Rachel ward has made the characters extremely realistic, and the storyline full of twists and turns. Publishers weekly save to list other books in this series. Numbers was a fastpaced read that offers both an interesting premise and a realistic, fresh teen voice from debut author rachel ward. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading numbers. For the project i need to choose 8 songs that represent this book. Her characters remain true to themselves and their bleak circumstances publishers weekly. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 249 pages and is available in paperback format. It is focused around a friendship which starts off as nothing and develops through to the end of the story, where they become lovers. I would recommend numbers to anyone looking for a gritty teen adventure with a bit of a psychological twist, and congrats to rachel on a solid debut. Adamthe child conceived in tragedy in numbers 2010is a father now himself, caretaker to his girlfriend sarahs daughter mia. Numbers is a highconcept, itcouldgoanywhere idea taken down an unexpected and interesting route.
The trilogy, which includes the chaos and concludes with infinity, has sold more than half a million copies worldwide. Numbers quotes showing of 39 you get use to someonestart to like them, evenand they leave. Since her mothers death, fifteenyearold jem has kept a secret. The chaos is a riveting and frightening story with nuanced and compelling characters.
Rachel ward first won a writers award at a regional arts festival, and her prizewinning short story turned into the opening chapter of numbers, which is her debut novel. See the complete num8ers series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Her characters remain true to themselves and their bleak circumstances. A gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with frighteningly real themes of global terrorism. Free download or read online numbers pdf epub book. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery. Rachel ward was born on september 12, 1957 in cornwell manor, cornwell, chipping norton, oxfordshire, england as rachel claire ward. A fantastic premise, brilliantly recognisable characters and a pageturning thriller set in the real contemporary london. Although numbers is a some what slow book anyone that can handle that, a little violence and action will enjoy it.
So if youre looking for a quick, fast book to read, pick numbers by rachel ward. The main characters in this one are the same as numbers 2. Numbers quotes by rachel ward goodreads share book. Library of congress cataloginginpublication data ward, rachel, 1978 numbers 2.
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