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Robin Hood #6

Bandits, Dirt Bikes Trash

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More outrageous and high-intensity action from teen rebel and social-media star Robin Hood and friends as they continue their campaign against the brutal and corrupt powers that be.

The sixth episode in the latest bulls-eye hit series from the bestselling author of Cherub.

Robin is pleased to hear from his old school friend Alan Adele, not least because Alan's father is Guy Gisborne's top henchman. Now that Gisborne is in the running to be elected Sheriff of Nottingham, he needs to keep his criminal activities under wraps. So when Alan tips off Robin and the rebels at Sherwood Castle that Gisborne's waste disposal business is costing its workers lives, the stakes become very high. Robin is soon literally digging the dirt on his arch enemy to finally bring him down in this latest high-octane adventure.

263 pages, Paperback

Published May 16, 2023

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Robert Muchamore

153 books1,951 followers
Robert Muchamore was born in Islington, London in 1972. He still lives there, and worked as a private investigator up until 2005 and the critically-accepted release of Maximum Security.

The Hunger Games phenomenon is part of the huge YA / Children's book explosion that has grown, thanks to the British Rat pack of YA authors, Anthony Horowitz, Robert Muchamore, Mark A. Cooper and Charlie Higson. We owe much of the hunger games sucess to authors such as Robert.

Robert was inspired to create the CHERUB series by his nephew after he complained about the lack of anything for them to read. CHERUB: The Recruit was Robert's first book and won the Red House Children's Book Award 2005 in the Older Readers Category.

Following the last book in the CHERUB series, it was revealed that a trilogy would be released starting from August 2011 that will focus on a new set of CHERUB agents centred upon Ryan Sharma and also involve an sixteen year old Lauren Adams. The first book will be called People's Republic.

Check out the Hendersons Boys series. Henderson's Boys is a series of young adult spy novels written by English author Robert Muchamore. The series follows Charles Henderson, the creator of the fictitious CHERUB organisation.
CHERUB is currently being made into a TV series.

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176 reviews18 followers
March 14, 2023
You know ever since I started reading this series I can’t help but notice it’s trying to say about the real world. Probably just my imagination, I mean our world is nowhere as corrupt as the one depicted in this….. oh wait.
1,750 reviews26 followers
April 10, 2026
Robert Muchamore delivers a fast-paced, high energy installment in the Robin Hood reboot series with Bandits, Dirt Bikes & Trash. Continuing the modern reimagining of the Sherwood legend, the story follows Robin and his band of teen rebels as they target corruption tied to Guy Gisborne’s expanding criminal enterprise. The narrative is driven by a timely mix of environmental exploitation, corporate greed, and grassroots resistance, giving the classic Robin Hood framework a distinctly contemporary edge.

Muchamore maintains a brisk, action focused pace, supported by sharp dialogue and accessible character dynamics that keep the tension consistently high. The introduction of insider information through Alan Adale adds a compelling twist, deepening the stakes and personal connections within the conflict. With its blend of rebellion, danger, and social commentary, this installment continues to strengthen the series’ appeal for readers who enjoy modern YA adventure with real-world relevance and constant momentum.
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2,444 reviews6,688 followers
March 13, 2023
Judgment day

Another great book in the modern Robin Hood series. I like the use of current and slightly futuristic technology. I also that Robin is getting older but is still not old enough to be an adult.

The first encounter in this book was great as it showed the choice Robin had to make, which every hero has to make at some point. I also like how the characters react to Robin after not only his greatest victory but Marion being arrested.

In this book, there are two main objectives stop Guy from becoming the new Sheriff of Nottingham and to win the appeal of Robin's father. However, in the second case, Robin's reputation might be more harmful than useful.

This is getting very interesting but there is still lots to do, and I would not mind having a bit more action and Robin showing off his archery and new combat skills.
1,344 reviews7 followers
December 14, 2023
Edgy, gritty, funny - how does Robert Muchmore do it?
His punchy, modern take on Robin Hood, with 13-year-old protagonist and rebel Robin, his family and friends, holds up a mirror to our own world. Politics, corruption, power, crime, degradation of the environment, marginalisation, prejudice, poverty, family, friendships, love, and hate - it’s all there.

The teen world - ‘that awkward age’ – is wryly depicted through Robin’s often melodramatic eyes, with quirky twists and turns and poignant moments.
For those familiar with the Robin Hood story (Howard Pyle 1955 version anyone?), it tickles the funnybone to see the old names come back to life, including the 'Maids', the Sheriff of Nottingham, Alan Adale and so many more.
213 reviews2 followers
June 2, 2023
Good read

Enjoyed this book tremendously will look for more adventures from Robin Hood ,if they are as entertaining as this 1 I will enjoy them 2
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373 reviews2 followers
July 18, 2023
I just love how Muchamore can channel so much content in such a little amount of pages.

5 stars
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145 reviews1 follower
June 24, 2024
This series is great for a quick casual read!
634 reviews1 follower
September 19, 2025
It's part of being a good writer when you feel part
of the story when you read it! And they are great
fun
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8 reviews
October 13, 2023
This was a classic Robert Muchamore car crash. Sensationaly enthralling.

I loved the returns of Alan Adale and Ardagh hood with Ardagh running for election.

The plot with Guy Gisborne was interesting and exciting.

I've never given a book in this series 5 stars before, so BOOOOM! 💥

Roll on book 7 this summer!!!
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