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Henderson's Boys: The Escape

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In Henderson's Boys: The Escape, a gripping children's adventure by Robert Muchamore, a group of resourceful kids struggle to survive in WWII France. Caught in the chaos of Nazi occupation, they must overcome perilous challenges and outsmart their pursuers. It's a thrilling tale of courage and resilience, as the children forge unexpected alliances in their desperate bid for freedom.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by thrilling adventures featuring young protagonists during wartime. Set against the backdrop of World War II, it follows a group of plucky children on an adrenaline-pumping escape across occupied France, blending historical intrigue with a gripping plot. This story may appeal to young readers who appreciate tales of courage, survival, and friendship in challenging times.

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Henderson's Boys: The Escape

The very first CHERUB adventure is about to begin ...

The very first CHERUB adventure is about to begin ...

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Summer, 1940.

Hitler's army is advancing towards Paris, and millions of French civilians are on the run.

Amidst the chaos, two British children are being hunted by German agents.

British spy Charles Henderson tries to reach them first, but he can only do it with the help of a twelve-year-old French orphan.

The British secret service is about to discover that kids working undercover will help to win the war.

For official purposes, these children do not exist.

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Henderson's Boys: The Escape by Robert Muchamore is a gripping and dynamic addition to his collection of children's books, resonating well with fans of the CHERUB series. The story is characterised by its thrilling pace and engaging plot, capturing the imaginations of young readers with its adventurous espionage theme, whilst eliciting wishful fantasies of becoming a spy. This first instalment successfully enthrals its audience with fast-paced action and promises much more to come.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780340956489

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 February 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Illustration: b/w map

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 223g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Robert Muchamore was born in Islington in 1972 and spent thirteen years working as a private investigator. He was inspired to create the CHERUB series by his nephews' complaints about the lack of anything for them to read! Learn more at www.muchamore.com.

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