Ntheme of the book numbers by rachel ward

Sad kids, bad kids, bored kids, and lonely kids, kids that are different. Rachel ward author of numbers goodreads share book. As a rockstar manque, he often uses song lyrics, sometimes misheard, for his titles and for plot inspiration. Publishers weekly save to list other books in this series. A gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with frighteningly real themes of global terrorism. Jem can see the numbers when she look someones eye. Although set in presentday, numbers and the other books in the. Mar 08, 2010 the biggest flaw, for me, was that ward just didnt do enough with the numbers. Numbers is not a book about learning to navigate the foster care system and. Although numbers is a some what slow book anyone that can handle that, a little violence and action will enjoy it. Seemingly downbeat, it is both intelligent and lifeaffirming.

Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Now me and spider were two ants in a city of millions, nothing more than that. Rachel ward was born in 1964 and grew up in bookham, surrey, england. 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. There is love, but no romance so if youre looking for something mushy, please abandon this book immediatelyits not for you. I will not recap the plot since so many others have done so already. Remote work advice from the largest allremote company. 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. See the complete num8ers series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Burdened with such an awful awareness, jem avoids relationships. She began writing in her 30s, starting out with short stories.

This may sound like a paranormal book, but it really is a coming of age story, with just a little bit of a twist to elevate it from the bromidic. Download and read online for free numbers by rachel ward. Feb 06, 2009 numbers is a highconcept, itcouldgoanywhere idea taken down an unexpected and interesting route. See all books authored by rachel ward, including numbers, and the chaos, and more on. Setting everything was up and running now, the traffic in full swing, people out and about. When he looks in peoples eyes he can see the dates of their deaths, just like his mum jem used to. In order to celebrate the release of the novel, we are offering up a giveaway for two lucky readers. 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. The trilogy, which includes the chaos and concludes with infinity, has sold more than half a million copies worldwide. Numbers by rachel ward amazon hive books numbers is a unique and interesting book in which the main character, jem has a secret gift. 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.

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. When he stares into someones eyes, he doesnt just see the date of their death, he feels the searing, shocking pain of it. Numbers is a highconcept, itcouldgoanywhere idea taken down an unexpected and interesting route. Id always seen the numbers, for as long as i could remember. I used to tell my mum peoples numbers as she pushed me along in my buggy.

Now in paperback, rachel wards gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with a tender, touchingly real love story. Its a gritty tale, unsparingly told, and debut novelist ward demonstrates exceptional control of her material. The theme of numbers is choice like how spider and jem choose to run away instead of staying and being investigated. One of these short stories formed the first chapter of numbers, which has. 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 same number. Rachel lives in bath, england, with her husband and their two children. After school she studied geography at durham university and, combined working for a number of local authorities with raising a family. 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. Infinity is creepy good it is the most original series and storyline that ive had the pleasure to read in a very long time. Numbers by rachel ward at the best online ebook storage. All of you guys who want something to thrill you, to blow your mind should read this. One of these short stories formed the basis of the idea for numbers. Numbers that pop into her head when she looks into someones eyes. The only thing i would change is the amount of explicit language used throughout the book, and would not recommend it to. 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.

Spider the person that let jem take a chance to have a. Any day of the week, if you know were to look youll find us. Any issuesproblems i had with this series have vanished after. The title sets the tone for the book, even if it gets changed later. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Its sequel, the chaos, was published in spring 2011.

Its hard enough living with this terrible gift, but life is about. Rachel ward, crecio en bookham, surrey reino unido. 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. Who are the characters of the book numbers by rachel ward. The chaos by rachel ward and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Any day of the week, if you know where to look, youll find us. Apr 06, 2010 numbers rachel ward vanessa capozzolo. In the beginning of the book jem one of the main characters says, there are places were kids like me go. Jan 12, 2009 waterstones champion john lloyd talking about numbers by rachel ward for the waterstones childrens book prize 2009. She lives in bath, england with her husband and their two children. A powerful and emotive read which will have your heart racing at a ridiculous speed. Rachel ward website, blog, goodreads, twitter rachel ward grew up in bookham, surrey. 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 keeps talking about. Chapter one there are places where kids like me go.

Book 2, the chaos, continues in this same thread, but with a few twists. I saw ian rankin speak at the bristol crimefest last weekend and he said that he cant start writing a book without a title. But while waiting to ride the eye ferris wheel, jem notices that all the other tourists in line flash the. When he sees that everyone around him has the same date in their eyes 2025 he becomes deeply afraid.

Rachel ward books list of books by author rachel ward. I would recommend the book numbers by rachel ward to a friend because the book has a very unique and engaging plot. Rachel ward, author of the numbers series, grew up in bookham, surrey. We get to see beyond that, to the core of the characters. Her characters remain true to themselves and their bleak circumstances. The curse of the num8ers continues in rachel wards cha0s sequel, told in the compelling alternating voices of runaway sarah and hardluck adam. My first john grisham and, boy oh boy, did i enjoy this book. Whenever jem meets someone new, no matter who, as soon as she looks into their eyes, a number pops into her head. Rachel ward has 21 books on goodreads with 78435 ratings.

Until she meets spider, another outsider, and takes a chance. This is the exact same place where the israelites have been hanging out since god freed them from slavery back in exodus. I see a lot of people referring to this book as science fiction or paranormal, and i just cant agree with those labels. She makes references to psychic powersspiders grandmother can see aurasbut by the end of the book, the numbers went nowhere. Dates predicting with brute accuracy each persons death. 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 debut novel. Numbers by rachel ward by victoria cassell on prezi. Welcome to the website of rachel ward, author of books for teenagers and young adults. Walking down the street, if my eyes met someone elses, there it would be, their number. Burdened by such grim knowledge, jem avoids relationships. The chaos is out, and its the second book in the series by a talented author. The theme of the book of numbers is the journey to the promised land of canaan asked in books and literature who are the characters of the book numbers by rachel ward.

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. Adam has been born with the same genetic gift as his mother. Book 1 themes 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. In london in the begging of the story, the main setting was in the city of london. After they got the supplies needed for the trip and are about to leave spiders. Rachel ward gives good description on the setting and of the characters. 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 story line was great, and i loved the way she actively incorporated mystery, suspicion and action all into the story equally. After school she studied geography at durham university and combined working for a number of local authorities with raising a family. Numbers by rachel ward waterstones childrens book prize 2009.

Review of num8ers by rachel ward rhapsody in books weblog. Rachel ward has made the characters extremely realistic, and the storyline full of twists and turns. 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 schools book award. What is the theme of the book numbers by rachel ward answers. 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. Mar 07, 2011 last year, i read and truly enjoyed numbers by rachel ward. Waterstones champion john lloyd talking about numbers by rachel ward for the waterstones childrens book prize 2009. The sequel, the chaos, was published in 2010, while the third and final book in the series, infinity, was released in 2011. Numbers by rachel ward hardcover book the parent store. Theme songs for books by rachel ward author allsorts. Rachel ward is a master at weaving a storyline that keep you on the edge of your seat.