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Adam-2

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Adam-2 by Alastair Chisholm is a gripping sci-fi adventure set in a dystopian future where humans and robots are at odds. The story follows a robot named Adam-2, who has been dormant in a basement for two hundred years. As Adam reawakens, he must navigate a world where his very existence is controversial, facing questions about identity, loyalty, and friendship.
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This thrilling children's book may appeal to you if you love engaging, futuristic tales filled with robots and adventure. Set in a world on the brink of war, it follows a young robot who must navigate complex choices about morality and identity. Ideal for readers who enjoy stories with a mix of action, heart, and thought-provoking themes.

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Adam-2

What does it mean to be human?

With incredible twists and turns, and a hugely-gripping, action-packed story, this is a thrilling, unputdownable adventure.

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The robot Adam Two has been locked in the basement of a lost building for over two hundred years—until he emerges into a world ruined by a civil war between humans and advanced intelligence.

Hunted by both sides, Adam discovers that he holds the key to the war, and the power to end it—to destroy one side and save the other.

But first, Adam must decide who—and what—he really is.

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Adam-2 by Alastair Chisholm is praised for its engaging storytelling and imaginative world-building. Critics commend the book's exploration of themes such as friendship, identity, and what it means to be human. The character development and pace of the plot make it a gripping read for children and adults alike.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788006101

Publisher: Nosy Crow Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 August 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Nosy Crow Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Alastair is a children's author and puzzle creator. As a puzzle creator he wrote quite a lot of books of Sudoku and other puzzles for kids and grownups, and as an author he writes picture books and middle-grade fiction. Alastair lives in Edinburgh with his wife (who is lovely), two teenagers (who are lovely but very loud), and a cat named Maudie, who is yowling at him even though there is clearly food in her bowl, look, it's right there, look. His hobbies include writing and playing games on his phone when he should be writing. You can follow him on Twitter @alastair_ch, if you like.

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