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I Am Number Four

(Lorien Legacies Book 1)
By Pittacus Lore
Series: The Lorien Legacies
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I Am Number Four, written by Pittacus Lore, follows the story of John Smith, a seemingly ordinary teenager with extraordinary powers. As one of the last remaining Lorien aliens on Earth, John is on the run from those who wish to destroy him. Set against the backdrop of his struggle for survival, the book explores themes of identity and destiny as John tries to blend into human society while embracing his true nature.
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You might enjoy this book if you love thrilling adventures filled with suspense, action, and the struggles of a teenage alien trying to survive on Earth. It's a captivating choice for readers who are fascinated by stories of friendship, identity, and the battle between good and evil. If you appreciate a mix of science fiction and coming-of-age narratives with a dash of romance, this book could captivate your imagination.

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I Am Number Four

They killed Number One in Malaysia. Number Two in England. And Number Three in Kenya. John Smith is not your average teenager. He regularly moves from small town to small town. He changes his name and identity. He does not put down roots. He cannot tell anyone who or what he really is. If he stops moving those who hunt him will find and kill him.

'Number Four is a hero for this generation.' Michael Bay, director of Transformers and producer of I Am Number Four, in cinemas February 24.

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Heroes meets Smallville – the mind-blowing new thriller that publishes simultaneously with Dreamworks' new blockbuster movie.

John Smith is not your average teenager.

He regularly moves from small town to small town. He changes his name and identity. He does not put down roots. He cannot tell anyone who or what he really is. If he stops moving, those who hunt him will find and kill him.

But you can't run forever.

So when he stops in Paradise, Ohio, John decides to try and settle down. To fit in. And for the first time, he makes some real friends. People he cares about—and who care about him. Never in John's short life has there been space for friendship or even love.

But it's just a matter of time before John's secret is revealed.

He was once one of nine. Three of them have been killed.

John is Number Four. He knows that he is next...

Series: The Lorien Legacies

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I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore is praised for its action-packed narrative and compelling hero, appealing to a new generation. Critics highlight its riveting pace and intense fight scenes, making it an attractive choice for fans of action-oriented science fiction. With genuine suspense and captivating storytelling, readers are likely to find themselves engrossed in the thrilling saga.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241953570

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 February 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Edition: Media tie-in

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 271g

Pages: 400

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2025 Best Sellers Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Featured Fiction In-Stock Fiction Books Penguin Books Pittacus Lore Series: The Lorien Legacies Young Adult

About the Author

Pittacus Lore is Lorien's ruling elder. He has been on Earth for the last twelve years preparing for the war that will decide Earth's fate. His whereabouts are unknown. The first book in his Lorien Legacies series, I Am Number Four, is now a major Disney motion picture and is perfect for fans of The Hunger Games.

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