Num8ers

BOOK NAME: Num8ers
AUTHOR:
Rachel Ward

After her mother’s death, Jem started to notice numbers in the eyes of
people surrounding her daily. As an infant she vocalized every number
she saw until it bothered those around her. Later on in life Jem
figured out the numbers were the dates of when people were going to die.

A long-term curse in her life, the numbers haunt Jem’s every
move–making her avoid any kind of relationship with people in her life.
When she meets Spider, another outsider, she takes a chance, dreaming
of a happy ending with this boy. Very little time passes before the
date in his eyes shows itself to Jem. Witnessing Spider’s death
herself, Jem is broken and her hopes of a new beginning fade away with
the beats of his heart.

I absolutely loved this book and there was only one downside; the book
had a tremendous amount of content that would be inappropriate for
younger readers. Although some concepts in this book were hard to
understand, it had an amazing plot and was unlike any other book I’ve
read. As disturbing as it seems, I truly enjoyed when the author
unfolded the deaths of those around Jem. Her following the characters
around her, only to find that the numbers in their eyes are correct and
death waits for them around the next corner.

Rachel Ward wrote this book with lovely detail and the plot unfolded
perfectly –introducing new characters and obstacles smoothly. I plan
to read more of her books and I suggest you read this book if you are of
the appropriate age.

Comments

sg311 a.k.a bookworm
January 7, 2011, 11:42 am

what would you suggest the appropriate age to read this book be?
acrseasnake
January 7, 2011, 12:24 pm

numbersis a tv show isnt it
escape2books
January 7, 2011, 12:52 pm

What kind of inappropriate content? Language, etc. . .
bob123
January 7, 2011, 12:59 pm

probably ages 10-13
bobnamedbob
January 7, 2011, 12:59 pm

Im sure yuo loved it, how old are you exactly.
pitbull
January 7, 2011, 1:05 pm

this story is kinda like my life. im treated this way.
jindo2108
January 7, 2011, 1:28 pm

It sounds like a great plot, BUT, I don’t know if it would be right for my age. Do know an age where you think its approprite to read it??????
Crocks04
January 7, 2011, 7:02 pm

I’ve never read the book, but I heard it’s for very mature teens and adults. I don’t think I’ll be reading this one!

P.S. I have a friend named Rachel Ward
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
January 7, 2011, 7:41 pm

sounds tooooo inappropriate.
nat21
January 8, 2011, 3:23 am

How fat is this book?, cause I hate reading fat books!!!!
elphie
January 9, 2011, 10:44 am

This book looks very interesting. How old do you reccomend being?
bluestar50505
January 9, 2011, 1:49 pm

Yesterday I read the review for this book and had a dream about it. Strange….

But I would most likely read this book… if I wwas older. I’m only 11.
Thompson425
January 9, 2011, 10:04 pm

I think as long as this has pictures it will be fine
amart100
January 9, 2011, 10:25 pm

wow i bet this book was good,hey everyone if you like this book check out malice
Anonymous
January 10, 2011, 11:22 am

Why in the world would the publishers allow you to publish such an inappropriate book?!? I am Certain I am too young by many a year to read such a novel, and I am but 11 years of age! I do not know how old you are, but I am positive it is too inappropriate for anyone under 18!!! How ghoulish of you to read and write about such a thing on a children’s website!
jindo2108
January 10, 2011, 8:02 pm

Hmmmmm… you think so, said???? Cause I’m around that age too…….
I don’t know!!!!!! Can someone give us an age to read it!!!!!!
escape2books
January 11, 2011, 5:44 pm

Probably +13, but reader discretion advised. You may want to have your parents read this first, though.
escape2books
January 12, 2011, 8:54 am

For Everyone Who Is Not Sure If They Should Read This Book.

I think everyone differs on what age are certain books appropriate, but you should have parents involved in that process. This book is very mature so be very careful about how far you get into to these types of books.

I am 13, but have no interest reading this book ever. Whether you like a book or not, what you read changes you. Your mind is the best thing you have so you should be careful about what you put in it.

I advise everyone to think very carefully before reading this book, and having your parents involved with decision.
PatheticallyPathetic
January 12, 2011, 10:24 am

Haha! I’m sorry I haven’t gotten to your questions, guys.

Otay, when I wrote this review, I guess I didn’t include some information that you guys are seeking so…
the ages… mature teens and adults, it has some parts in it that are hard to understand and one specific chapter I suggest you skip because of inappropriate content. I am 14 and had no problem with any of it other than the mild language and that chapter I mentioned previously.
PatheticallyPathetic
January 12, 2011, 10:26 am

I only posted about it for one reason. If I read a book that isn’t appropriate – I think I should share with you so you don’t go to a book store, pick it up, assume it’s fine to read, and then read it. I want you guys to know about it before you read it so you can see it and say to yourself – I shouldn’t read this, I read a review on it. I just want to help you guys out.
jindo2108
January 12, 2011, 8:59 pm

He he- thanks Emilie!!!!!!!!!
Bah, well, I’m defiantly not 14,so I might wait a little.

Has anyone read Swiss Family Robinson????? I’m reading it for my home school school, and it’s pretty good……
deathmastr
January 17, 2011, 8:20 pm

This sounds like a good book. Its seems to be very morbid. And what would the appropriate age for this book?
redwall
January 26, 2011, 5:45 pm

It sounds interesting, but I’m not so sure about the inapproriate stuff. I’ll prob’ly wait till I’m a lot older to read this. jindo2108, to answer your question about Swiss Family Robinson, I read part of it and I hated it. I thought the dad was totally playing favorites. He’d be like, “Okay, Fritz, since you’re the oldest, and therefore the smartest, you’ll come with me and have all these fun adventures, while your stupid brothers will stay with your mother and cook.” Or something to that effect.
Phink
January 29, 2011, 9:35 am

Nice book! I just read it and thought it was great! Though Rachel sometimes has trouble switching where they are, like first they were talking about the party, then they were there, making it a bit confusing. I have to say there were some inapproriate words and actions, and I had trouble still picturing her boyfriend to be black. This book was suspenceful, like when her boyfriend falls off the roof, or when they’re getting chased by cops. She keeps anticapating his death and you don’t know when it is until he dies. Unless your 14 or older, I would wait to read this book.
lizzierocks247
February 28, 2011, 7:47 pm

This sounds like a great book!!! I going to go see if they have it on the Nook.
missyp789
April 2, 2011, 5:23 pm

i wish i was 16 i am only 10 and want to read this book.
DanielRadcliffe4586
April 21, 2011, 6:56 pm

Emilie is 14 so I would say 13 or 14. Just saying so you have an idea.
U2 Lover
June 30, 2011, 6:06 pm

This sounds cool/freaky! is it good?
AviaC8
September 22, 2011, 6:18 am

sounds like a good book.
p.s. guys not to offend you or enything but you have a pretty weird vocabulary I mean eriously bah,ghoulish,morbid?
jamieshae
February 7, 2012, 8:40 pm

This book sounds awesome
♥ImaginaryLives♥
June 5, 2012, 3:07 pm

This book is not for everyone. I have to say though that it is a very good book and if you arent comfortable with questionable language and situations, then i suggest you not read it. There is a sequal to this book though. I havent read it yet, but I think its going to be really good considering the child that is born at the end of the first book starts seeing the numbers and the sequal is about him. So yea.
Marceline
August 7, 2012, 4:25 am

Is this book ok for 11 year olds? I really want o read it.