
In 'The Bourne Identity' by Robert Ludlum, readers are taken on a thrilling journey with Jason Bourne, a man who wakes up with no memory and sets out to uncover his past. As he navigates through dangerous situations and faces deadly assassins, Bourne must piece together clues to unravel the mystery of his own identity. The plot twists and turns keep the adrenaline pumping as Bourne races against time to save himself and unlock the secrets of his past. The writing style is described as fast-paced, suspenseful, and action-packed, with a focus on espionage, government intelligence, and a complex protagonist.
The book is praised for its intricate plot, engaging storytelling, and the depth of the character of Jason Bourne. Readers find themselves drawn into the world of espionage and intrigue, enjoying the suspenseful narrative and the unexpected twists that keep them on the edge of their seats. Despite differences from the movie adaptation, the book is lauded for its captivating storyline, well-developed characters, and the way it delves into the complexities of Bourne's past and the challenges he faces in uncovering the truth.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
The book carries medium content warnings due to graphic violence and themes of amnesia and PTSD.
Has Romance?
There is a medium level of romance in the book, primarily through the relationship between Jason Bourne and Marie St Jacques.
From The Publisher:
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His memory is a blank. His bullet-ridden body was fished from the Mediterranean Sea. His face has been altered by plastic surgery. A frame of microfilm has been surgically implanted in his hip. Even his name is a mystery. Marked for death, he is racing for survival through a bizarre world of murderous conspirators-led by Carlos, the world's most dangerous assassin. Who is Jason Bourne? The answer may kill him.
"[Robert] Ludlum stuffs more surprises into his novels than any other six-pack of thriller writers combined."-The New York Times
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Spycraft done well.
WHAT I LOVE ABOUT THIS BOOK:
- Fantastic setup of Bourne losing his memory
- The answer of who Bourne really is is much more complicated and interesting than you might expect; some great plot twists there
- The heroine, Marie, is so competent and awesome. (Bourne is also awesome, but that's secondary.)
WHAT I HATE ABOUT THIS BOOK:
- It's twice as long as it needs to be. Very slow, with not enough happening
- Bourne repeatedly disrespects Marie and disregards her opinions even tho she's always right
- The twists aren't nearly as interesting on a reread
About the Author:
Robert Ludlum was the author of twenty-one novels, each a New York Times bestseller. There are more than 210 million of his books in print, and they have been translated into thirty-two languages. In addition to the Jason Bourne series-The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremacy, and The Bourne Ultimatum-he was the author of The Scarlatti Inheritance, The Chancellor Manuscript, and The Apocalypse Watch, among many others. Mr. Ludlum passed away in March, 2001.
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