Eve and Adam
by Katherine Applegate, Michael Grant
Feiwel & Friends 2012
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 4.4 (4th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- genetic engineering and bioethics
- identity and what makes us human
- perfection vs. authenticity
- corporate power and secrecy
- trust and betrayal
- mother–daughter relationships
- science and morality
- free will vs. design
- romance under pressure
About this book
After a devastating car accident, Evening Spiker is whisked to her powerful mother’s biotech lab to recover. To stave off boredom, Eve is given access to cutting‑edge software and told to design the perfect boy—Adam. As Eve’s digital creation starts to blur the line between simulation and reality, Solo, a mysterious boy raised inside the facility, uncovers dangerous secrets about Spiker Biopharmaceuticals. Their intersecting choices force them to confront bioethics, perfection, and what it means to be human.
Setting: Near-future San Francisco/Bay Area, primarily in a high-tech biotech research facility (Spiker Biopharmaceuticals) and hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eve and Adam right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Eve and Adam. The reading level is AR 4.4, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include genetic engineering and bioethics, identity and what makes us human, perfection vs. authenticity.
How long does it take to read Eve and Adam?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Eve and Adam takes around 7.8h to finish. The book has 70,600 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Eve and Adam have an AR quiz?
Yes — Eve and Adam has an AR quiz available, worth 10 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Eve and Adam?
Eve and Adam has an AR reading level of 4.4, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.