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Class A (2006)

Class A (2006)

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ISBN
0340881542 (ISBN13: 9780340881545)
Language
English
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hachette children's books

About book Class A (2006)

Class AAuthor: Robert MuchamoreClass A is part of a series of books called C.H.E.R.U.B. which is sort of like the Henderson Boys or Alex Rider. It is about a boy named James Adams. James is a spy and his real name is James Choke but because he is a spy he needs a false identity. James isn’t the only spy though, there are a few hundred spies. They are all part of the British government and take on missions all over the world. Incase your wondering, the reason they use children is because almost no one ever expects a child to be a spy and take them down.James has accepted to take on a mission to do with drugs in Thornton estate in England. James has to befriend a millionaire drug dealers son in order to do some snooping around and find enough evidence and info to take down the the leader of the drug gang KMG (Keith Moores Gang).I used visualisation during the whole book. The author makes it easy to visualise his books. Robert Muchamore wrote the book with so much detail that I can imagine everything in my brain because it is all very clear and I can tell what is going on in the story at every moment. Visualising the book made it easier to understand something because when you see someone do something its easier to comprehend what they are doing because you can see it with your own eyes and see every little thing that they do. So that is what it is like reading books for me, a huge movie in extreme detail.In my opinion, this book is very exciting and packed with action,but before you think this is only action, don’t because this book believe it or not has a few heartwarming moments,for example on page 244 ‘You’re the only one of Juniors mates that I thought I could rely on to take care of him’, this was said by the head of the gang KMG, or Keith Moore. I know this might sound weird and perhaps a little stupid but I believe that this proves that the author put a lot of thought into it and decided to out that part in, but it also shows that even though its fiction, people can still love each other very much. But, like I said before, it is also action packed for example on page 264 James says ‘Don’t make me shoot’, James had said this when he was cornered in a room with a man who was slowly walking towards, the man had had the gun but James was trained and unarmed the man. There are many more cool things about the book and the series but I believe that this information is enough to prove that I don’t just like it randomly but because it has very good information to back me up on the topic that this book is action packed and heartwarming. Perfect combo if you ask me because then it isn’t just the same thing,it is different at every turn.

This is my first CHERUB book, although Muchamore does a good job of explaining the concept in the beginning so it's easy enough to jump on board with number 2. This was a good read - straightforward plot that didn't get caught up with too many subplots. In fact there really only is a direct line through the novel. I'm not really sure what age group this is aimed at. James, the main character/agent, is probably 13 (although he has a birthday during the book) but he seems simultaneously older and about right. That could be because he's had a rough life, but still... there's a lot of older teenage activity going on in this story from pretty believable 'snogging', James' shifting interests from one girl to the next, but then some pretty heavy drug references. I'm happy with them, personally, and Muchamore does a good job of creating files which detail drug culture and effects - but I'm not sure it's all that suitable for young teens. I'd suggest maybe more along the lines of 15 year olds, but I think the book is marketed for younger readers. Hard call.As for the story it's okay. Predictable but with fun moments.Characters are also okay, although James walks a tight line between being a horrible kid and one the reader can sympathize with. Most other characters come across as a bit two dimensional - especially the villains.I can see this set up working as a series though, but I don't think I'll read another one. Not really my thing. Compared with the Alex Rider series, I think CHERUB is a bit more linked to real life, particularly for kids, but Alex Rider is a more intriguing and 'attractive' hero. Alex embodies heroic qualities despite any kind of hurdle that gets in his way, whereas James seems to be surly and sneaky and not altogether a good guy.

Do You like book Class A (2006)?

A gripping and intense book can offer an amazing experience to readers. It can transport its audience to a different continent and even alter how they think in their everyday lives. Cherub: The Dealer written by Robert Muchamore and published in 2005 offers this unique occurrence. The book follows James, a young spy, as he takes on missions only previously attempted by highly trained adults. A classic theme told through a young and fresh perspective is joined in this book to produce an excellent read. tCherub, a home and training facility to many young spies, lends its guidance to James. He is educated and straight away goes on his very first in mission in the first book of the Cherub series. The second book begins with a training exercise, which quickly transitions into an intense mission. James must take down one of the largest drug cartels in existence, the KMG. The assignment requires James to befriend “Junior” the son of Keith Moore, head of KMG. This young spy finds himself delivering illegal drugs, battling evil criminals, and interpreting foreign feelings. The mission takes a toll that no minor should have to deal with, however James handles it all with maturity. tOverall, the story was impressive. The book had the attention-grabbing factor of a criminal drama on television, which is difficult to come across. I have an interest in entertainment that possesses this kind of factor. Personally, this book achieved what I was looking for and more. It seems to take you on a journey with James and then you find yourself thinking like a spy and predicting what James will do next. However, the author always seems to keep the book’s audience on its toes by writing the unexpected. The story is also thought provoking. I found myself wondering if these spy agencies really do exist or if I could ever pull off being a spy and would I even enjoy it? Society seems to have glamorized the life of being such a thing, but the book does an impeccable job of describing how it is not a fun and games. For example, the reality of having a job that requires you to deal with people that would like you dead becomes all too real. Excellent parts of the text include the initial training mission as well as interesting twists on the real mission such as James’ newfound love for the highly sought after criminal Keith Moore and a heart breaking experience in his own family. This book possesses a wide audience because it can be interpreted and enjoyed by the young as well as admired by the old.
—Bridget M

I chose to read this book because because I read the first book in the series and I enjoyed it. I also enjoyed this book because it had a good plot and I like the general concept of the CHERUB series.This fits under my bingo board category "book with a male author"Class A is the second book in the CHERUB series. it is about a boy called James going on his second undercover mission for his organisation, CHERUB. The reason CHERUB chose kids is that they say "people don't expect kids to be undercover spies". James is assigned to a mission involving a suspected king pin called Kieth Moore in a massive drug organisation. James is ordered to befriend a boy from his temporary school called Junior, Kieth's son.I have nothing to criticize about this book and everything to like about it.I would recommend this book to people who have read The recruit (the first book in the CHERUB series) and that are looking for a great book series.
—Matthew Horrocks

tThe dealer, the next book in the CHERUB series, were James must face is most daring mission yet. His mission, track down some of the world's most dangerous drug dealers. James and his partners must track them down. Now these drug dealers don’t deal it themselves, they find children to deal the drugs for them. Now you may be thinking that this book isn’t really good for teens or young adults because of the drugs, but in the end of the book it really does have a point, and the point is that kids really should stay away from drugs. But since there are drugs involved in this book, I would say that it is a young adult book. The book is really good, better than his first book, filled with more action and bigger decisions that have to be made. It is filled with action and adventure and I am sure that anyone who reads this book will want to go to Barnes and Noble to by the next book in the series.tThis book is a young adult type of book. You really need to be a little older to read this book. It is just a little more mature than some books that I have read, especially when drugs are included in the book. But if you're old enough to understand that drugs are bad then you are good. It really is a great book and I do recommend it to anyone who wants to read a quick, easy book filled with action on every page.
—Jacob

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