CHERUB: The Recruit

The first book in the number one bestselling CHERUB series for young adults! James hits rock bottom before he's offered a new start in a secret organisation. When James gets kicked out by his violent step-dad, it looks like he's destined for prison, or worse. But then he's offered another chance. To join a secret team of teen agents codenamed CHERUB. A black-ops operation that sends in kid spies on the most dangerous missions. But if James is to pass training, earn his place among his fellow recruits, and foil a terrorist plot... he must learn to master his fear, and his anger. Will his past come back to haunt him? And will he have what it takes when the time comes? If not... countless lives are at stake. The number one international bestselling series - now with brand new covers and bonus material to mark 20 YEARS OF CHERUB: edgy, pacy, thrilling and accessible, the original teen spy series. 15 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE!For readers 12+ (NOT SUITABLE FOR YOUNGER READERS)Praise for the CHERUB series: 'Punchy, exciting, glamorous and, what's more, you'll completely wish it was true' - Sunday Express'Crackling tension and high-octane drama' - Daily Mail'10/10' - Guardian'Pacy writing, punchy dialogue and a gripping plot, it's got it all' - Daily Express'Fast-moving action ... and cool gadgets!' - The TimesRichard and Judy best books for readers 12+