In "Live and Let Die," James Bond is tasked with stopping Mr. Big, a powerful black gangster Russian agent who controls Harlem and is involved in illegal activities, including running gold from Jamaica to Harlem. The story takes Bond from London to Harlem to Florida and finally Jamaica, where he faces lethal challenges and dangerous adversaries. The book delves into themes of voodoo, pirate treasure, and the occult, while showcasing Bond's wit, sense of humor, and lethal skills as he navigates through a complex and action-packed plot.
Fleming's writing style in "Live and Let Die" is described as fast-paced, engaging, and detailed. The book offers a vivid portrayal of the settings, from Harlem to the Florida everglades to the Caribbean, providing readers with a time capsule of the 1950s and how white Europeans viewed different cultures. The narrative is filled with thrilling action sequences, intriguing characters, and a mix of exotic locations, making it a compelling and adventurous read that immerses the reader in Bond's world.
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Content warnings include high levels of racism and sexism as well as portrayals of violence.
Has Romance?
There is a moderate level of romance in the book, primarily revolving around Bond's relationship with Solitaire.
From The Publisher:
There is only one Bond.
Catch up on this classic adventure before the release of No Time to Die.
Mr Big is brutal, brilliant and feared worldwide. Protected by Voodoo forces and the psychic powers of his prisoner Solitaire, he is an invincible SMERSH operative at the head of a ruthless smuggling ring.
James Bond's new assignment will take him to the heart of the occult: to infiltrate this secret world and destroy Mr Big's global network.
'Bond is a hero for all time' Jeffrey Deaver
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1 comment(s)
Totally not like the movie at all. Casino Royale really followed the book, but updated the context. This not so much. It was a good read. Just don't expect the Jane Seymore story line. Solitaire makes and appearance and plays into the story line, but just is not that prominent. Also there is no connection to New Orleans at all.
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Live and Let Die?
About the Author:
Ian Lancaster Fleming was born in London in 1908. His first job was at Reuters news agency after which he worked briefly as a stockbroker before working in Naval Intelligence during the Second World War. His first novel, Casino Royale, was published in 1953 and was an instant success. Fleming went on to write twelve other Bond books as well as two works of non-fiction and the children's classic Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. The Bond books have sold over sixty million copies and earned praise from figures such as Raymond Chandler who called Fleming 'the most forceful and driving writer of thrillers in England' and President Kennedy who named From Russia with Love as one of his favourite books. The books inspired a hugely successful series of film adaptations which began in 1961 with the release of Dr No, starring Sean Connery as 007. Fleming was married to Anne Rothermere with whom he had a son, Caspar. He died in 1964.
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