Tom Clancy's Net Force: The Archimedes Effect
by Tom Clancy, Steve Pieczenik, Steve Perry, Larry Segriff
Penguin 2006
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 7.2 (7th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
Themes include information warfare, asymmetric warfare
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Genre
Themes
- cyberterrorism
- military strategy
- counterintelligence
- information warfare
- espionage
- teamwork and leadership
- insider threats
- security and surveillance ethics
- asymmetric warfare
- loyalty and betrayal
About this book
Terrorists bypass safeguards to strike Fort Stephens, a cutting-edge U.S. Army base, and within hours other installations are hit. As coordinated attacks escalate, Net Force teams with Army intelligence and the National Guard to identify and stop a highly skilled adversary who anticipates their every move—both on the ground and across the digital battlefield.
Setting: Near-future United States—Washington, D.C.; Fort Stephens and other U.S. Army bases; cyberspace and networked battlefields
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tom Clancy's Net Force: The Archimedes Effect right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Tom Clancy's Net Force: The Archimedes Effect. The reading level is AR 7.2, which is typical for 7th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include cyberterrorism, military strategy, counterintelligence.
How long does it take to read Tom Clancy's Net Force: The Archimedes Effect?
At a typical 7th grade reading pace, Tom Clancy's Net Force: The Archimedes Effect takes around 11h to finish. The book has 120,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Tom Clancy's Net Force: The Archimedes Effect have an AR quiz?
Yes — Tom Clancy's Net Force: The Archimedes Effect has an AR quiz available, worth 18 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 Tom Clancy's Net Force: The Archimedes Effect?
Tom Clancy's Net Force: The Archimedes Effect has an AR reading level of 7.2, which places it at a 7th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — 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.