The tone and plot of the story let the readers know that there is. I used to tell my mum peoples numbers as she pushed me along in my buggy. Welcome to the website of rachel ward, author of books for teenagers and young adults. She began writing in her thirties and her first novel, numbers, was published in 2009. Adam has trouble dealing with his awful gift, and when he realises that everyone around him has the. The trilogy, which includes the chaos and concludes with infinity, has sold more than half a million copies worldwide. One of the most striking themes for me however, was that of destiny and how in control we actually are.
Adam sees that everyone around him has the same date. Brand new in perfect condition aside from one very small scuff which is pictured. Now in paperback, rachel wards gripping debut psychothriller that pairs futuristic scifi with a tender, touchingly real love story. The sequel, the chaos, was published in 2010, while the third and final book in the series, infinity, was released in 2011. Numbers author rachel ward stops by our blog on the tenth anniversary of her debut novel. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 325 pages and is available in hardcover format. Numbers the chaos is a strong sequel that improves upon everything raised in the first novel. 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. Walking down the street, if my eyes met someone elses, there it would be, their number. In order to celebrate the release of the novel, we are offering up a giveaway for two lucky readers. 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.
The curse of the num8ers continues in rachel wards cha0s sequel, told in the compelling alternating voices of runaway sarah and hardluck adam. Rachel ward has the talent to set any pulse racing and the skill to keep the suspense ticking all the way to the final page, paragraph and even sentence. When he looks in someones eyes, he not only sees the date of their death. In her books, rachel ward vividly discusses such current and controversial issues as the threat of terrorism, of natural disasters and global catastrophes.
She began writing in her 30s, starting out with short stories. 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. The main characters of this young adult, fantasy story are terry dawson, jem marsh. Free download or read online infinity pdf epub numbers series book. The chaos by rachel ward, 9781906427306, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The chaos, is challenged to know such a disastrous future. Rachel ward was born in 1964 and grew up in bookham, surrey, england. 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 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 book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 249 pages and is available in paperback format. The chaos by rachel ward on the back of the book like his mum before him, adam sees numbers death dates in peoples eye. Rachel ward was born on september 12, 1957 in cornwell manor, cornwell, chipping norton, oxfordshire, england as rachel claire ward. The first edition of the novel was published in june 2nd 2011, and was written by rachel ward. 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. I would recommend the book numbers by rachel ward to a friend because the book has a very unique and engaging plot. See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and. The story line was great, and i loved the way she actively incorporated mystery, suspicion. Rachel ward, author of the numbers series, grew up in bookham, surrey. Rachel ward first won a writers award at a regional arts festival, and her prize winning short story turned into the opening chapter of numbers, her. She has been married to bryan brown since april 16, 1983. Like his mother, jem, when fifteenyearold adam looks in peoples eyes he can see the dates of their deaths and now he sees the same date, six months in the future, in nearly everyone around him in the london of 2026.
Adam, the main character of rachel wards numbers 2. One of these short stories formed the first chapter of numbers, which has. The first edition of the novel was published in november 8th 2008, and was written by rachel ward. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Rachel ward website, blog, goodreads, twitter rachel ward grew up in bookham, surrey.
It got me all excited about a girl who could see death dates which wasnt as creepy as all the comments said on the back, hello people, havent you seen death note. Numbers 2 by rachel ward overdrive rakuten overdrive. In rachel wards numbers, soon all eyes hold the same. The main characters of this science fiction, young adult story are mia, adam jeffries. Among many, there is suicide, child abuse and drugs, and thats just a few. Id always seen the numbers, for as long as i could remember. After school she studied geography at durham university and, combined working for a number of local authorities with raising a family. The chaos by rachel ward available from rakuten kobo. In the beginning of the book jem one of the main characters says, there are places were kids like me go. Like his mother, jem, when he looks in peoples eyes, adam. The chaos is out, and its the second book in the series by a talented author. Rachel lives in bath, england, with her husband and their two children. Its sequel, the chaos, was published in spring 2011. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases.
Pdf numbers book by rachel ward free download 325 pages. Adam sees numbers when he looks in peoples eyes he can see their deathdates, just like his mum jem used to. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery. Some of the themes that rachel tackles are so sensitive, i was impressed by how well she dealt with them. After school she studied geography at durham university and combined working for a number of local authorities with raising a family. The chaos by rachel ward after i finished numbers 2 by rachel ward, my mind was a complete mess. For the american mathematician, see rachel ward mathematician. Its hard enough living with this terrible gift but life is about to get tougher. I like how a lot of things are happening at the same time, but sometimes its hard to wrap my mind on what is going on. Last year, i read and truly enjoyed numbers by rachel ward. 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. Adam has been born with the same genetic gift as his mother.
Free download or read online numbers pdf epub book. Like his mother, jem, when he looks in peoples eyes, adam can see the dates of their deaths. Rachel claire ward, am born 12 september 1957 is an englishborn australian actress, film director, television director, and screenwriter. Hello select your address best sellers todays deals new releases customer service gift ideas books todays deals new releases customer service gift ideas books. Orphaned, adam has grown up by the sea with his greatgrandmother. She is an actress and director, known for the thorn birds 1983, against all odds 1984 and sharkys machine 1981. The only thing i would change is the amount of explicit language used throughout the book, and would not recommend it to. She lives in bath, england with her husband and their two children. Any day of the week, if you know were to look youll find us.
When he stares into someones eyes, he doesnt just see the date of their death, he feels the searing, shocking pain of it. Its hard enough living with this terrible gift, but life is about. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. But no, numbers by rachel ward was one soggy disappointment. Review numbers 2 the chaos rachel ward october 05, 2010 numbers 2 the chaos by rachel ward published by chicken house 2010. The chaos by rachel ward and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The story line was great, and i loved the way she actively incorporated mystery, suspicion and action all into the story equally. Rachel ward actor movie box office performance summary and breakdown. Numbers 1 rachel ward numbers by rachel ward when jem looks into your eyes, she sees a set of numbers. Ward was born in cornwell near chipping norton, oxfordshire, england, the daughter of claire leonora nee baring and the hon. Rachel ward has made the characters extremely realistic, and the storyline full of twists and turns. Num8ers is rachel wards debut novel about a young girl named jem, and a unique ability. The curse of the num8ers continues in rachel wards cha0t1c, earthshattering sequel.
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