Robert Muchamore was born in Islington in 1972 and spent thirteen years working as a private investigator. He loves Arsenal and watching people fall down holes. He hates swimming and getting chased by cows. He was inspired to start writing by his nephew's complaints about the lack of anything for him to read! His books are now bestsellers in many countries around the world. For more information, go to www.muchamore.com.

With its spectacular plotting and strong cast of characters, this book ... is sure to find a wide readership ... Dramatic and thrilling ... the story moves at a rattling pace, seamlessly weaving James and Lauren's stories into a hugely entertaining kaleidoscope of suspense and intrigue