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Risico wrote: Quantum of Solace put James Bond in a pair of white jeans. I have little else I wish to contribute to this thread. In fact, I think I need a lie down... Fellow Agents, I think the great "Risico" has it nailed. You can't de…
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Dear Mattedwardsuk, Thanks for posting this. I'd missed it and it's by fare and away the best interview with Mendes. There again, it would be - Kermo is great. Regards, Bentley
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St_George wrote: If you enjoy the playboy adventure of Fleming and don't mind a tongue-in-cheek but historically informed reading, then I'd certainly recommend George MacDonald 'Octopussy' Fraser's Flashman series of novels. Be warned, they're …
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Fellow Agents, Sir Roger repeated more or less the same thing last night in Basingstoke. What an absolute delight that guy is. He is a national treasure. Regards, Bentley
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oo7 wrote: Mickey Spillane Dear 007, Why? Regards, Bentley
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Fellow Agents, Given the late, great John Gardner's association with Bond, I was wondering how many of you aficionados have read his terrific Boise Oakes novels? In 1966 I was seduced by the first in the series, "The Liquidator", when it was publ…
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emilbertillo wrote: emilbertillo wrote: Bentley wrote: Dear Emilbertillo, Your choice of Desmond Cory's "Johnny Fedora" intrigues me. I find it amusing that people compare Johnny Fedora to James Bond, really. Let's see: they're both …
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Fellow Agents, I have to confess, I don't find a lot to like in Ludlum's work. Probably "The Bourne Identity" was his best but even that I found way too long and convoluted and I have to say, I found his literary skills somewhat limited. It's pr…
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blakewho wrote: Not strictly spy fiction, but I would recommend Boris Akunin's Erast Fandorin series, set in late tsarist Russia. The combination of mystery, political intrigue, larger than life villains, beautiful women and infallible gambling sh…
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thamesider wrote: Charles Cumming is (whisper it) occasionally better than Fleming. Especially the two Alec Milius novels. The same murky gray world of Le Carre, but brought somewhat up-to-date and better than anything Le Carre has published since…
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Dear thelivingroyale, Interesting choice - they certainly seem to sell well maybe I'll buy one for a train journey. I did read his "Bravo Two Zero" and I must say it was very enthralling. It all makes you wonder what Fleming would have made of a…
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Fellow Agents, This is more worrying than M or I initially thought. It's clear that the "Skyfall" cyber attack has spread and we have been infiltrated by 'CHAVS' who want to spray us with their latest juice. Resist but for those that are interest…
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myworldisenough wrote: Sandy wrote: This thread has become a silly childish game, sadly. Indeed, let's bring it back on track. I've bought the new fragrance and it is most certainly a fine addition to my ample fragrance collection. So w…
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Dear Emilbertillo, Your choice of Desmond Cory's "Johnny Fedora" intrigues me. I've never read any of Cory's books but there are numerous comparisons made with Bond. Given that the first was published in 1951 the accusation that Fleming was more …
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Fellow Agents, This is the problem with today's would be agents. I would no more "chill" than listen to "The Beatles without ear muffs" (name that Fleming book). As for Heineken at the Slugg & Lettice - I would rather die with my leg up! Mar…
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chill Bentley and have a heineken [/quote]
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Dear 0013, Le Carre is a must and I do think "The Honourable Schoolboy" is one of the greatest novels of the last century. That said, I have to confess, in the round, I find him a little dry. Perhaps I need a hero I can root for and Smiley just is…
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Dear Largo2, As with SPECTRE, the only good CHAV is a dead one and that's why you have the 00 prefix. The only reason for this fragrance launch is to allow agents to blend seamlessly into the CHAV community and save the world from style armageddon…
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Dear Largo2, As with SPECTRE, the only good CHAV is a dead one and that's why you have the 00 prefix. The only reason for this fragrance launch is to allow agents to blend seamlessly into the CHAV community and save the world from style armageddon…
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Dear DB5, A great choice. A fabulous book made into a fabulous film. Quite a rarity and how I wish Fleming had been shown the same respect. One of the things that I sometimes think goes unmentioned about TDOTJ is it's status as a genre innovator.…
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Dear largo2, You will be seconded with LotusEsprit to infiltrate the CHAVS. Count Lippe had a small discreet tong mark on his wrist. You will recognise female CHAVS by their body tattoos bearing the names of past lovers (defecto this means their w…
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LotusEsprit wrote: I'll report when they accept me as one of them. Which might be my most dangerous and difficult assignment! Stay alert in case I need military support! largo2 wrote: Recieved my gift pack today, well worth £17.50 Spray…
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Dear Oddjaws, Have a great time in London and make sure you go to Harrods. Their entire window is dedicated to 007 and looks fabulous. Mrs.Oddjaws will doubtless drag you inside to buy her something but that could be a good thing. They have a fabu…
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Dear LotusEsprit, I think you are in danger of misunderstanding your new assignment. Although you have been dismissed from the 00 section, you will be working under cover as a traffic officer in Harlow. Your mission will be to infiltrate the CHAV …
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Dear NicNac, The other thread was about Blaise. This thread is to allow participants to recommend books they were inspired to read as a result of Bond and to draw comparisons. The two are quite different. Regards, Bentley
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Dear LotusEsprit, Please make sure that you return your PPK to Boothroyd. You won't be needing it were you are going. If you have any problems in Harlow, just spray them with that P&G stuff. They'll get the message! Good luck and regards, Be…
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Dear LotusEsprit, M and Tanner have decided that this is such a style gaff, you will be dismissed from the 00 section with immediate effect and will be assigned traffic duty in Harlow, Essex UK (this is part of England were they may appreciate your…
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Fellow Agents, Avoid this at all costs. Only Austin Powers would wear this! Members of the 00 section should refrain. Stick to wearing your sea island cotton shirts. Driving your Bentleys. Smoking your Moorland specials from your gunmetal cigaret…
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Fellow Agents, "Moonraker" the excellent Fleming novel is extremely plausible today. Just change Drax from being a mad nazi to being a mad jihadist and you have a fabulous plot for a DC film. On the other hand, Moonraker the movie, remains as ridi…
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0BradyM0Bondfanatic7 wrote: Bentley wrote: Fellow Agents, The problem with the literary Bond lies squarely with the Fleming estate. There are authors that could deliver; Charles Cumming, Daniel Silva or Charlie Higson to name but three but a…
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