Last year, i read and truly enjoyed numbers by rachel ward. When jem looks into your eyes, she sees a set of numbers. Numbers by rachel ward by victoria cassell on prezi. Welcome to the website of rachel ward, author of books for teenagers and young adults. Environmental education resources to commemorate earth days 50th anniversary. Rachel ward books list of books by author rachel ward. Im a fortysomething author, currently writing novels for teenagers and young adults some adults like them too. Numbers by rachel ward hardcover book the parent store. Ward carried the suspense through the beginning, but midway through the numbers sort of fell by the wayside.
Whenever jem meets someone new, no matter who, as soon as she looks into their eyes, a number pops into her head. I would recommend the book numbers by rachel ward to a friend because the book has a very unique and engaging plot. Now in paperback, rachel wards gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with. Mar 07, 2011 last year, i read and truly enjoyed numbers by rachel ward. I guess i was expecting something more maybe different from numbers by rachel ward. But while waiting to ride the eye ferris wheel, jem notices that all the other tourists in line flash the same number. All of you guys who want something to thrill you, to blow your mind should read this. Numbers that pop into her head when she looks into someones eyes. Feb 23, 2012 when jem looks into your eyes, she sees a set of numbers. See the complete num8ers series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles.
Rachel ward is a master at weaving a storyline that keep. Now in paperback, rachel ward s gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with a tender, touchingly real love story. Any day of the week, if you know were to look youll find us. Feb 06, 2009 numbers is a highconcept, itcouldgoanywhere idea taken down an unexpected and interesting route. My first novel, numbers, was published in january 2009, and was shortlisted for the. The trilogy, which includes the chaos and concludes with infinity, has sold more than half a million copies worldwide. 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. Jemma marsh, known to her friends as jem, is fifteen years old and living with a foster mom, karen, when she meets a young black boy named terry, know to his friends as spider. Download and read online for free numbers by rachel ward.
Numbers is not the norm as far as paranormal novels goes. My numbers books explore the gift of being able to see death dates. Browse rachel wards bestselling audiobooks and newest titles. Its a gritty tale, unsparingly told, and debut novelist ward demonstrates exceptional control of her material. 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. Rachel lives in bath, england, with her husband and their two children. Nov 08, 2008 ive been going back and forth on how i wanted to rate this book, and im still not sure its worth a full three stars, but thats what its going to get from me at least for right now. Ward worked on a project funded by the department of defense, with faculty from ut. My first john grisham and, boy oh boy, did i enjoy this book. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. 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.
We get to see beyond that, to the core of the characters. The chaos is out, and its the second book in the series by a talented author. Mar 09, 2010 ward carried the suspense through the beginning, but midway through the numbers sort of fell by the wayside. Instead, it became a story of unlikely love despite unspeakable odds and living. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Burdened by such grim knowledge, jem avoids relationships. Seemingly downbeat, it is both intelligent and lifeaffirming.
Setting everything was up and running now, the traffic in full swing, people out and about. 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. Its sequel, the chaos, was published in spring 2011. Rachel ward is the author of trilogy book series numbers, published by chicken house publishing. See the complete num8ers series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. When her eyes meet someone elses, a number pops into her head the date. Written by rachel ward, audiobook narrated by sarah coomes. Here is a book that has the reader cheering for the underdogsthe bad guysbecause ward does such a fine job of making them multidimensional and likeable. Its hard enough living with this terrible gift, but life is about. Instead, it became a story of unlikely love despite unspeakable odds and living each day to its fullest.
Numbers by rachel ward amazon hive booksnumbers is a unique and interesting book in which the main character, jem has a secret gift. When he stares into someones eyes, he doesnt just see the date of their death, he feels the searing, shocking pain of it. Now me and spider were two ants in a city of millions, nothing more than that. Numbers audiobook by rachel ward 9781423396338 rakuten. Jan 23, 2015 rachel ward is the author of trilogy book series numbers, published by chicken house publishing. Numbers is a highconcept, itcouldgoanywhere idea taken down an unexpected and interesting route. Numbers by rachel ward at the best online ebook storage. Ive been going back and forth on how i wanted to rate this book, and im still not sure its worth a full three stars, but thats what its going to get from me at least for right now. Burdened with such awful awareness, jem avoids relationships. My first novel, numbers, was published in january 2009, and was shortlisted for the waterstones childrens book prize, longlisted for the carnegie medal and won regional prizes in the uk and germany including the angus book award, the oxfordshire book award and the salisbury. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Numbers burdened with such awful awareness, jem avoids relationships. Rachel ward gives good description on the setting and of the characters.
Dates predicting with brute accuracy each persons death. The curse of the num8ers continues in rachel wards cha0t1c sequel told in the compelling alternating voices of runaway sarah and. Remote work advice from the largest allremote company. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Rachel ward and deanna needell received the ima prize in mathematics and applications in 2016.
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. Now in paperback, rachel wards gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with a tender, touchingly real love story. It wasnt really creepy, dramatic, suspenseful nor intriguing at any grand. Since the day her mother died, jem has known about the numbers. 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. Infinity is creepy good it is the most original series and storyline that ive had the pleasure to read in a very long time. The first book in the series, numbers was published in 2009 and has been shortlisted for the waterstones childrens book prize. Until she meets spider, another outsider, and takes a chance. The first book in the series, numbers was published in. Here is a book that has the reader cheering for the underdogsthe bad guysbecause ward does such a fine job of making them multidimensional and likeable, even though theyre punks. Here is a book that has the reader cheering for the underdogsthe bad guysbecause ward does such a fine job of making them multidimensional. The only thing paranormal is jems ability to see the death numbers, otherwise the story is about a 15 year old orphan kid in london, whos had a rough bit of it so far and due to being in the wrong place at the wrong time, is forced to go on the run. Like his mother, jem, when he looks in peoples eyes, adam can see the dates of their deaths.
There is love, but no romance so if youre looking for something mushy, please abandon this book immediatelyits not for you. 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. Numbers by rachel ward, 9781905294930, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The chaos by rachel ward overdrive rakuten overdrive. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. In order to celebrate the release of the novel, we are offering up a giveaway for two lucky readers. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Ever since the day her mother died, jem has known about the numbers. Since her mothers death, fifteenyearold jem has kept a secret. Although numbers is a some what slow book anyone that can handle that, a little violence and action will enjoy 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. In the beginning of the book jem one of the main characters says, there are places were kids like me go. Whenever she meets someone new, no matter who, as soon as she looks into their eyes, a number pops into her head. Sad kids, bad kids, bored kids, and lonely kids, kids that are different. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Until she meets spider, another outsider, and takes a. Ward worked on a project funded by the department of defense, with faculty from ut austins college of natural sciences and cockrell school, to develop unmanned aerial vehicles. Listen to numbers by rachel ward available from rakuten kobo.
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