Robert Muchamore
7 SeriesRobert Muchamore is an English author known for his spy, adventure, and thriller novels for young adults, including the CHERUB and Henderson's Boys series. Originally from Tufnell Park, London, he considered careers in architecture and photography before choosing writing. Despite initial doubts about his writing, Muchamore has successfully established himself as a prominent author in his genre.
In "The Recruit" by Robert Muchamore, the first book of the CHERUB series, children aged 10 to 17 serve as undercover agents. These young spies infiltrate the homes of criminals and terrorists by posing as their children's friends. Unbeknownst to their targets, the agents bug houses, copy computer files, and steal address books. Operating beneath the radar, they gather crucial evidence to incriminate their targets. Officially, these child agents do not exist, adding a layer of secrecy to their dangerous missions.
