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. Number four performs bits of astounding derringdo throughout the book, but things get really. As the novel opens, the mogadarians have found the. The first six novels in the new york times bestselling lorien legacies series are included in this. Near the closing of the book, henri reveals that it wasnt a coincidence that the two ended up in paradise, ohio and the answers were revealed in a letter. As the novel opens, the mogadarians have found the loriens on earth, and number three has just been murdered. Chapter two i stand in the middle of the drive and stare up at the house. People who dislike i am number four book by pittacus lore d. Currently, i am number four has spent five weeks on the new york times bestseller list in the childrens books category. Caruso, the producing talent of michael bay, two hot young stars in alex pettyfer and glees own dianna agron, and an enigmatic, yet intriguing trailer campaign. In the movie number fours symbol has 4 crescent moons, but on the book cover there are 5 crescent moons that make up his symbol.
There are currently two more book in publication the rise of nine. Read i am number four by pittacus lore available from rakuten kobo. I am number four, first edition abebooks passion for books. The first six novels in the new york times bestselling lorien legacies series are included in this collection. I want to get his symbol tattooed but i want it to be accurate to the book not the movie. We cannot guarantee that i am number four book is in the library, but if you are still not sure with the service, you can choose free trial service. He is known as number four but his name changes every time he moves to keep his identity a secret. I dont know about you are number four, bit there is one to i am number four, it is the power of six asked in math and arithmetic, numbers, irrational numbers is four a. Aug 17, 2010 number four is a fugitive from the planet lorien, which is sloppily described as both hundreds of lightyears away and billions of miles away. 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. 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. However, i kept listening because despite all of that it was entertaining and kept me engaged.
I am number four is the the first book in the lorien legacies series. Furthermore the rights to the book were bought by dreamwork pictures and a feature film was released in february 2011. The first novel of the series was released in 2010. Similar to i am number four in the sense of teen boy discovering hes an alien. This is a quiz based off of the lorien legacies aka the i am number four series by pittacus lore. The novel is written by james frey and jobie hughes. Books 16 i am number four, the power of six, the rise of nine, the fall of five, the revenge of seven, the fate of ten by pittacus lore available from rakuten kobo. In a perfect world, the convoluted mess called i am number four could have been great. But for john, keeping a low profile is essential, because he is not an. Remote work advice from the largest allremote company. Now the nine children are scattered on earth, hiding.
John is an extraordinary teen, masking his true identity and passing as a typical high school student to elude a deadly. Wont win any awards, but pettyfer does a great job. In order to read online or download i am number four ebooks in pdf, epub, tuebl and mobi format, you need to create a free account. I am number four by pittacus lore is a scifi thriller that depicts the consequences of alien contact and survival of the human species. Hide from the mogadorians as you struggle to keep your race alive. I am number four i am number four pittacus lore august 3, 2010 i am number four published february 18, 2011 it was released as a movie fictions science fictionfantasy characters john smithnumber four. I am number four is a very fast paced story full of action. Throughout the story john is having to stay hidden from the morgadorians while balancing his social life and training with henri. A great movie will leave you yearning for a sequel, and i am number four certainly does. Discover new legacies as you find new strengths on your travels. It is narrated by number four, who is the main protagonist in the series. Ive lost track of chapter five i crawl to the door and unlock.
This is a call to all the i am number four fans out there. Although the film did gross over 142 million dollars, it fell well short of expectations. Chapter four another new identity, another new school. It was optioned by steven spielberg for dreamworks, and the movie is. Corey, try reading neal shustermans book the dark side of nowhere. The series follow the story of nine humanlooking aliens brought to earth when they were six years old. I am a huge fan of the lorien legacies books i am number four and the movie. John smith seems like an ordinary teenager, living a normal life with his guardian henri in paradise, ohio. John is a sophomore at his new high school in paradise, ohio. Nine teens are sent from their home planet, lorien, to escape the mogadarians, a vicious species bent on destroying them. In the back of the house a pier extends twenty yards into the gulf of mexico. They kill the man with a long sword made of a shining white metal not. Reading this book was the best thing as i have never been intrigued to a scifi book before.
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. If you like i am number four you might like similar books the rise of nine, the power of six, gone, the fall of five, i am number four. Number talks to grow mathematical minds scholastic. Since johns grandfather died in battle, henri is really the closest and only thing that john has to a real family. I am number four, by pittacus lore the globe and mail. The sequel is about number seven, a sneak peek of the second book is included in special editions of i am number four. Great supplemental information for school essays and projects. What we have here is a witless attempt to merge the twilight formula with the michael bay formula. I am number four by pittacus lore read online on bookmate. The teenagers have been protected by i am number four. Studio 7 has begun an indigogo campaign and they need the money.
I read the book, i am number four, and was excited to know there was a movie coming out. Scholastic hosted this excellent and comprehensive video lecture by the author of the original number talks book, sherry parrish. Study questions, project ideas and discussion topics based on important themes running throughout i am number four by pittacus lore. The book was published by harpercollins on august 3, 2010. Their purpose is to grow into their powers and return to their planet, lorien, and get it back from the evil mogadorians.
But for john, keeping a low profile is essential, because he is not an ordinary teenager. Feb 18, 2011 i am number four is based on a bestselling book supposedly written by an alien named pittacus lore. As the story begins, he and his guardian or cepan, henri, learn of the death of number three and move to paradise, ohio, assuming new identities aka john smith. Were considering expanding this synopsis into a fulllength study guide to deepen your comprehension of the book and why its important. I am number four was one of my favourite books of 2010 and is definitely one of my favourite action books ever. The story develops very quickly and the characters are always getting into trouble. He is an alien garde from the planet lorien who has come to earth seeking refuge.
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 results take place anywhere between i am number four and the fall of five. As we all know though, the book is always a bit different that the movie, and i suggest that you hop on the i am number four bandwagon asap. I was quite surprised that the film did less than stellar box office, particularly since this was released during the twilight craze, and it seemed that this film would appeal to that fanbase. I am number four is the thrilling launch of a series about an exceptional group of teens as they struggle to outrun their past, discover their futureand live a normal life on earth. Wander through the minecraft universe as one of the last remaining garde of the planet lorien. I am number four by pittacus lore and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. A 16 year old john who looks like a regular teenager,is actually an alien. Determine which chapters, themes and styles you already know and what you need to study for your upcoming essay, midterm, or final exam. Sep 28, 2010 currently, i am number four has spent five weeks on the new york times bestseller list in the childrens books category. It has huge gaping holes in its plot, and it made me role my eyes a lot.
Henri helps to teach john about his past life on lorien and helps john train for his fight with the mogadorians. I am number four i am number four audiobook, by pittacus lore. I am number four was 2011s first big science fiction release and was expected to win the weekend box office and didnt. 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. May 20, 2018 this is a quiz based off of the lorien legacies aka the i am number four series by pittacus lore. Nine aliens who look like ordinary teenagers living ordinary lives, but who have extraordinary, paranormal skills. I am number four was released in theaters on february 18th 2011. 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. I am number four novel the lorien legacies wiki fandom. This summary of i am number four includes a complete plot overview spoilers included. I am number four begins as a man and a boy rest in a remote african hut. Number talks professional development video lecture. Hes an alien from the planet lorien, and hes on the run.
The official fan page for the i am number four series. There will be spoilers if you havent read the books. Take our free i am number four quiz below, with 25 multiple choice questions that help you test your knowledge. John smith is number four, and though he appears to be an ordinary. Aug 23, 2010 as we all know though, the book is always a bit different that the movie, and i suggest that you hop on the i am number four bandwagon asap. 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.
I am number four i am number four pittacus lore august 3, 2010 i am number four published february 18, 2011 it was released as a movie fictions science fictionfantasy characters john smith number four. Differences between i am number four book vs movie page 1. Truthfully, i found the summary perfect for those who are looking to understand what happened with the movie. In order for there to be a successful i am number four youtube series, there is a need for money. I am number four ebook by pittacus lore rakuten kobo. 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. Pdf i am number four ebooks includes pdf, epub and. I am number four lorien legacies, book 1 hardcover august 3, 2010. Along with eight other children and their caretakers, number four escaped from the mogadorian invasion of lorien ten years ago. The first six novels in the new york times bestselling lorien legacies series are included in this collection i am number four. Nine aliens who left their home planet of lorien when it fell under attack by the evil mogadorian. Hes sent down here to earth to get ready for a war that will decide earths fate. 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. The cover i have looks like it was made after the film adaptation.
I am number four pittacus lore contents college st. I am number four is a novel about a teenage fugitive whose secret identity challenges him to stay one step ahead of his enemies. Unfortunately, the book ends before john can read the letter so the readers do not know the real reason why john ended up in paradise, ohio. I am number four is a book full of suspense creating an exhilarating atmosphere. I am number four not long ago i finished reading i am number four by pittacus lore, he is from the lorien and he is the elder. Read i am number four online free by pittacus lore. Find all the books, read about the author, and more.
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