46 pages 1 hour read

Joan M. Wolf

Someone Named Eva

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2007

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In Someone Named Eva, Joan M. Wolf delivers a poignant and compelling historical novel about identity and resilience during WWII. Readers praise its emotional depth and well-researched backdrop, but some criticize the pacing and felt character development could be richer. Overall, it’s a moving, educational read.

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Who Should Read Someone Named Eva?

Someone who would enjoy Someone Named Eva by Joan M. Wolf is typically a middle school student interested in historical fiction, especially World War II narratives. Fans of The Book Thief by Markus Zusak or Number the Stars by Lois Lowry will appreciate the novel's poignant portrayal of a young girl's resilience amid war.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

820L

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Children's Literature
Period
WWII / World War II
Holocaust
Themes
Identity: Race
Identity: Language
Relationships: Family
Topics
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Military / War
History: World