John smith seems like an ordinary teenager, living a normal life with his guardian henri in paradise, ohio. I am number four is a book full of suspense creating an exhilarating atmosphere. I am number four i am number four audiobook, by pittacus lore. But for john, keeping a low profile is essential, because he is not an. Number four performs bits of astounding derringdo throughout the book, but things get really. Pittacus lore author pittacus lore is loriens ruling elder. Michael bay, director of transformers and producer of i am number four, in cinemas february 24. It was optioned by steven spielberg for dreamworks, and the movie is. Below is a list of pittacus lores lorien legacies books in order of when they were first published which is aslo their chronological order. Despite not having time to watch the film yet, i would say the book might be as good as the film or perhaps even better. I am number four ebook by pittacus lore rakuten kobo. I am number four by pittacus lore at the best online ebook storage.
I am number four is the first book in the lorien legacies series. But for john, keeping a low profile is essential, because he is not an ordinary teenager. For years the garde have fought the mogadorians in secret, but now the invasion has begun. I am number four was one of my favourite books of 2010 and is definitely one of my favourite action books ever. James frey forced to defend literary ethics, four years. This epic story is perfect for fans of actionpacked science fiction like the 5th wave series by rick yancey, the maze runner series by james dashner, and orson scott cards enders game. Chapter four another new identity, another new school.
I am number four, by pittacus lore the globe and mail. Lorien legacies book 1 the lorien legacies by pittacus lore isbn. Aug 03, 2010 dont miss the first book in the brandnew i am number four spinoff series. Lorien is a planet that is a hundred times older than earth. The story telling and character work are exceedingly bland and read like the work of a first time author.
The cover i have looks like it was made after the film adaptation. Since john smith only killed a group of the mogadorians, there are still more out there hunting him. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. As the novel opens, the mogadarians have found the.
In this thrilling 144page companion novella to the new york times bestselling i am number four series, learn the fate of adamthe mogadorianturnedally of the garde who risked his life to save sam. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Dont miss the first book in the brandnew i am number four spinoff series. When lorien was almost completely destroyed, the last of the lorien people chose nine to save. I am number four is a young adult science fiction novel by pittacus lore the pseudonym of james frey and jobie hughes and the first book in the lorien legacies series. I am number four hat es dank des films in mein regal geschafft. It is set on lorien before it was attacked by the mogadorians, and is told from the perspective of sandor nines cepan. A book number is listed with each title, and identifies the issue in which the announcement was published. Yes, i would recommend this book to others because its so detailed and wellexplained. This is the first of a slated multibook series that, judging by this first book, will help reinvigorate a traditional ya genre thats grown a bit light on strong character development.
By pitticus lore thoughts i think this is a very good book becuase it keep you on your toes. I am number four by pittacus lore is a novel that takes a look at the consequences of alien contact and survival of the human species. I am number four, the power of six, the rise of nine, the fall of five, the revenge of seven, the fate of ten kindle edition. It has already faced the myriad of problems with which earth is only beginning to struggle now global. About the nni welcome to the national nanotechnology initiative nni website. The premise is very promising, but the follow through wasnt really there. I am number four, the power of six, the rise of nine, the fall of five, the revenge of due to covid19, orders may be delayed. We are stronger and faster than anything you have ever seen. I am number four is a breathless pageturner of a scifi novel that will have readers rooting for the teen alien who must unleash his fire power to save himself, his human friends, and the planet. Book series, movie deals and disgruntled writers are the latest challenges for the controversial author. I am number four by pittacus lore overdrive rakuten. I am number four, the power of six, the rise of nine, the fall of five, the revenge of seven, the fate of ten lorien legacies kindle edition by lore, pittacus.
The nook book ebook of the i am number four collection. I am number four pittacus lore contents college st. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading i am number four collection. In this gamechanging 100page companion novella to the new york times. Determined to keep their species alive, the nine have arrived on earth, where they scatter, living in secret among human beings and protected by a charm. Ive lost track of chapter five i crawl to the door and unlock. They kill the man with a long sword made of a shining white metal not. Sarah is an extrovert and is very friendly to people she doesnt know. I am number four begins as a man and a boy rest in a remote african hut. The first six novels in the new york times bestselling lorien legacies series are included in this collection. The lorien legacies is a series of science fiction books written by james frey and jobie hughs under the pen name of pittacus lore. Hes an alien from the planet lorien, and hes on the run. I am number four is the first book in a planned sixbook series, and it reads very visual, especially in the explosive action sequences, and no wonder this is being made into a movie.
James frey forced to defend literary ethics, four years after. As an author in a crowded us literary market, there is, after all, no such thing as bad publicity. I am number four book report by fiona crook on prezi. Why did you change your name to pittacus lore for the author. I am number four was written in the voice of a 16yearold. I am number four, the first book in the series, was published in 2010. It has local stores, a school, and small neighborhoods.
Download and read online for free i am number four by pittacus lore. Read i am number four by pittacus lore available from rakuten kobo. As books go, i am number four is a good action movie. The book was published by harpercollins on august 3, 2010. The first novel of the series was released in 2010. This book becomes a continuation of the other one,i am number four, it is a recitation from john smith,who was number four, and marina,who was number seven, that as they were running that is john number four, sam termed as number six and bernie kosar, marina on her part was just hiding at a place called santa. Dec 03, 2011 fortunately for number 4 hes finally old enough for his super powered legacies to start kicking in. Jul 27, 2012 i am number four was one of my favourite books of 2010 and is definitely one of my favourite action books ever. The resolution when john smith finally faces the mogadorians in battle, he comes out victorious, yet badly injured.
I am number four pittacus lore contents chapter one in the beginning there were nine of us. For james frey, success and controversy are a package deal. I am number four by pittacus lore, the power of six by pittacus lore, the rise of nine by pittacus lore, the fa. I am number four also check out book 2 the power of six i am number four is my book. We left chapter two i stand in the middle of the drive and stare chapter three we pull off for food and gas and new phones. The first six novels in the new york times bestselling lorien legacies series are included in this collection i am number four. Furthermore the rights to the book were bought by dreamwork pictures and a feature film was released in february 2011.
Sep 28, 2010 currently, i am number four has spent five weeks on the new york times bestseller list in the childrens books category. Its a small town with a population around 1,500 people. What is the name of the suspicious conspiracy magazine. I am number four starts in a small florida town while john and henry live peacefully. Reading this book was the best thing as i have never been intrigued to a scifi book before. I am number four is the first book in a planned six book series, and it reads very visual, especially in the explosive action sequences, and no wonder this is being made into a movie. I am number four which spent seven weeks in the top position of the new york times bestselling list. Yes, i would change a part in the book because henri is an important character and i feel like hell still be needed in the future. Number four is an alien and all around wonderful and unique character created by lore. When john was just a little boy, his home planet, lorien, was attacked and destroyed by the mogadorians. Despite not having time to watch the film yet, i would say the book might be as. It introduces readers to the loric, a nearly extinct race of extraterrestrials, due to a deadly battle with their enemiesthe mogadorians, with the few survivors being nine teenagers and their corresponding guardians, cepans.
Lessons from the cinematic writing of i am number four. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Nine teens are sent from their home planet, lorien, to escape the mogadarians, a vicious species bent on destroying them. This study guide consists of approximately 50 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of i am number four. I am number four lorien legacies, book 1 hardcover august 3, 2010. Fortunately for number 4 hes finally old enough for his super powered legacies to start kicking in. Overall john smith is a dynamic character that is easy to relate to and he makes this book a great read. Aug 23, 2011 i am number four is a book full of suspense creating an exhilarating atmosphere. Paradise, ohio isnt a real town but was instead made up by the author for the purpose of this story. He has been on earth preparing for the war that will decide earths fate. It has cinematic shots of three beautiful people staring intently out at me, a big shiny blue light, a huge explosion, and a woman with sunglasses nonnonchalantly walking away from the explosion.