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    The Recruit
    Robert Muchamore
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    When a troubled teen becomes an elite spy, "The Recruit" delivers high-stakes espionage that captivated 15 million readers worldwide. Sparked by a nephew's complaint about boring books, Muchamore's award-winning thriller is now headed for television. What dangerous mission awaits you?

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