Little more to say at this point: If you loved the Cherub series (and I did), the Aramov series will give you more of the same with the same formula. I really liked it, although I think that at some points the limitation of the original formula start to show. I still enjoy them a lot, but in some ways it begins to feel repetitive. So, start with the Cherub series, and if you enjoy the first book, keep going until you get tired. ( )

This was what I was expecting from the last two books. This is what Cherub was - because as much as I hate James and hate the attitude towards women and the violence bandied around - this was what I loved about Cherub - the adrenaline, the undercover work, the characters coming together and real action being undertaken. As per usual, Muchamore mars it with stupid drama between Kerry and James (I have never understood their relationship even at the very beginning) but it was less than it usually is and the rest of the book was amazing. I only wish Lauren had more plot, that Rat made an appearance and Kazalov! NOOOOOOOOO. Otherwise 4.5 stars, rounded to 5 for nostalgia. ( )