For fans of the series or those of you who have read its predecessor and are on the fence about it, i recommend you read numbers 2. Ward s previous book in this series, she does not hedge around dark topics rape, drugs, prostitution, runaways and even controlling governments, are all in the mix. There is more than one author in the goodreads database with this name. The chaos by rachel ward, 9780545263559, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Numbers author rachel ward stops by our blog on the tenth anniversary of her debut novel. Numbers by rachel ward paperback book the parent store. When jem looks into your eyes, she sees a set of numbers.
Auto suggestions are available once you type at least 3 letters. The main characters of this science fiction, young adult story are mia, adam jeffries. Num8ers series by rachel ward goodreads share book. Orphaned, adam has grown up by the sea with his greatgrandmother. Its hard enough living with this terrible gift, but life is about to get tougher. Free download or read online infinity pdf epub numbers series book. Adam sees that everyone around him has the same date january 2027. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Pdf numbers book by rachel ward free download 325 pages. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. 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. The first edition of the novel was published in june 2nd 2011, and was written by rachel ward. Rachel lives in bath, england, with her husband and their two children.
Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. The chaos numbers, book 2 by rachel ward fantastic fiction. The curse of the num8ers continues in rachel wards cha0t1c sequel told in the compelling alternating voices of runaway sarah and hardluck adam. Library of congress cataloginginpublication data ward, rachel, 1978 numbers 2. A gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with frighteningly real themes of global terrorism. The curse of the num8ers continues in rachel ward s cha0s sequel, told in the compelling alternating voices of runaway sarah and hardluck adam.
Numbers by rachel ward hardcover book the parent store. Buy numbers book online at low prices in india numbers. Now in paperback, rachel ward s gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with a tender, touchingly real love story. When he looks in someones eyes, he not only sees the date of their death. The only thing i would change is the amount of explicit language used throughout the book, and would not recommend it to.
Chapter one there are places where kids like me go. Rachel ward author of numbers goodreads share book. Sad kids, bad kids, bored kids, and lonely kids, kids that are different. The story line was great, and i loved the way she actively incorporated mystery, suspicion and action all into the story equally. A powerful and emotive read which will have your heart racing at a ridiculous speed. When he sees that everyone around him has the same date in their eyes 2025 he becomes deeply afraid.
When he stares into someones eyes, he doesnt just see the date of their death, he feels the searing, shocking pain of it. The first edition of the novel was published in november 8th 2008, and was written by rachel ward. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 249 pages and is available in paperback format. Now in paperback, rachel ward s gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with. Free download or read online numbers pdf epub book. Mar 01, 2010 plus, i really loved the last chicken house title i read the supremely excellent raiders ransom by emily diamant, and numbers was a similar competitionwinning novella that was turned into a book. Seemingly downbeat, it is both intelligent and lifeaffirming. Ward books, montgomery ward sewing machine, abcs numbers picture books adult fiction books, books numbered copy, new age nonfiction books, bill ward art paintings, rachel mcadams, gatti ward. Its sequel, the chaos, was published in spring 2011.
The curse of the num8ers continues in rachel ward s cha0t1c, earthshattering sequel. 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. Rachel ward has made the characters extremely realistic, and the storyline full of twists and turns. Like his mother, jem, when he looks in peoples eyes, adam can see the dates of their deaths. The sequel, the chaos, was published in 2010, while the third and final book in the series, infinity, was released in 2011. For readers who havent read the first in the series, i still recommend you read this one as it can very easily be a standalone novel. Whenever jem meets someone new, no matter who, as soon as she looks into their eyes, a number pops into her head. The trilogy, which includes the chaos and concludes with infinity, has sold more than half a million copies worldwide. Mar 08, 2010 the biggest flaw, for me, was that ward just didnt do enough with the numbers. Num8ers by rachel ward read free online read best books. Since her mothers death, fifteenyearold jem has kept a secret. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today.
Its a gritty tale, unsparingly told, and debut novelist ward demonstrates exceptional control of her material. 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. The curse of the num8ers continues in rachel ward s cha0t1c sequel told in the compelling alternating voices of runaway sarah and hardluck adam. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The chaos is out, and its the second book in the series by a talented. 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. 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. When he looks in peoples eyes he can see the dates of their deaths, just like his mum jem used to. The chaos by rachel ward, 9781906427306, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. If you are looking for a book that keeps you on the edge of your seat than i highly recommend reading the chaos by rachel ward. Until she meets spider, another outsider, and takes a chance.
The chaos is out, and its the second book in the series by a talented author. 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. If it had just been a stranger, some old dosser or junkie, id have gone somewhere else. The curse of the num8ers continues in rachel wards cha0s sequel, told in the compelling alternating voices of runaway sarah and hardluck adam.
She makes references to psychic powersspiders grandmother can see aurasbut by the end of the book, the numbers went nowhere. But while waiting to ride the eye ferris wheel, jem notices that all the other tourists in line flash the same number. Burdened with such an awful awareness, jem avoids relationships. Any day of the week, if you know where to look, youll find us. The entire time i was reading this book i was fighting the urge not to flip to the end to find out what. Adam has been born with the same genetic gift as his mother. For as long as she can remember, jem has always been able to see the numbers. Written by rachel ward, audiobook narrated by sarah coomes. Brand new in perfect condition aside from one very small scuff which is pictured.
I see a lot of people referring to this book as science fiction or paranormal, and i just cant agree with those labels. Welcome to the website of rachel ward, author of books for teenagers and young adults. Any day of the week, if you know were to look youll find us. Like his mother, jem, when fifteenyearold adam looks in peoples eyes he can see the dates of their deaths and now he sees. I would recommend the book numbers by rachel ward to a friend because the book has a very unique and engaging plot. Rachel ward was born in 1964 and grew up in bookham, surrey, england. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. 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. Jan 22, 2012 here is a little trailer for rachel ward s numbers. In rachel ward s numbers, soon all eyes hold the same date, thrusting jem. Since its release in 2010, rachel ward has written two sequels, numbers 2. An arresting followup to rachel wards debut novel numbers.
She lives in bath, england with her husband and their two children. Numbers is a highconcept, itcouldgoanywhere idea taken down an unexpected and interesting route. The entire time i was reading this book i was fighting the. Num8ers is rachel wards debut novel about a young girl named jem, and a unique ability. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 325 pages and is available in hardcover format. Now in paperback, rachel wards gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with. Ever since the day her mother died, jem has known about the numbers. Mar 07, 2011 last year, i read and truly enjoyed numbers by rachel ward. In the beginning of the book jem one of the main characters says, there are places were kids like me go. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading numbers. The main characters of this young adult, fantasy story are terry dawson, jem marsh. But spider, and all those other people britney, karen, anne, val they changed that for me, made me realise i was wasting what time i did have p. I loved the first book in the series numbers, but i definitely think the author out did herself on the sequel. When she looks into a persons eyes, she sees a number unique to that person.
In order to celebrate the release of the novel, we are offering up a giveaway for two lucky readers. The chaos numbers, book 2 by rachel ward book cover, description, publication history. She began writing in her thirties and her first novel, numbers, was published in 2009. But while waiting to ride the eye ferris wheel, jem notices that all the other tourists in line flash the. 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. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Infinity the third and final book in the numbers trilogy by rachel ward picks up two years after the second book, chaos.
148 1047 1516 167 49 199 159 805 48 1587 433 1091 766 40 1038 32 404 773 935 333 1585 204 736 445 862 1088 214 1657 959 1243 967 577 425 1602 1468 624 697 1036 31 805 85 206 1271