Synopses & Reviews
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Before the name became a legend...
Before the boy became the man...
Meet young Bond.
What does it take to become the greatest secret agent the world has ever known? In this thrilling prequel to the James Bond series, readers meet a thirteen-year-old schoolboy whose inquisitive mind and determination set him on a path that will one day take him all over the world, in pursuit of the most dangerous criminals known to man.
When we're first introduced to young James, he's just started boarding school at Eton in the 1930s. His first adventure is set in the Highlands of Scotland, where James spends a holiday at a remote castle. Mysterious things start to happen someone has disappeared; then James discovers that the dark waters around the castle contain a sinister secret and he becomes aware that a very dangerous mind is at work. SilverFin is the story of Young Bond's first mission to thwart a deadly foe.
Acclaimed British writer Charlie Higson has written a brilliantly crafted tale that ingeniously uncovers the unknown story of a boy who became one of the most iconic figures of our time. Commissioned by the Ian Fleming estate, SilverFin is an edge-of-your-seat thriller that will mesmerize readers of all ages from the very first page.
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"Many coincidences and fortunate encounters (and some unfortunate ones) lead Bond inside the compound and to heart-pounding scenes that will keep readers turning the pages....A great read for fans of detective tales." Kirkus Reviews
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"The problem is that young Bond is a bit of a cipher, and the story takes forever to get going....[O]ne hopes that Higson will give more attention, in future volumes, to fresher plotting and fleshing out the character of his hero." Booklist
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"James is positively dull....The book may appeal to serious Bond fans, but for students who are looking for mystery and adventure, Anthony Horowitz's Alex Rider books are a better choice." School Library Journal
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"[A]n easy, exciting read. If you're a fan of the Alex Rider novels about a teenage spy by Anthony Horowitz, you'll love this." BBC
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This thrilling prequel to Ian Fleming's novels introduces the boy who would become a legend. This brilliantly crafted first tale in the series uncovers the unknown story of James's first adventure, set in the Highlands of Scotland.
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His name is Bond, James Bond. And he's...14 years old.
Acclaimed British writer and Bond fanatic, Charlie Higson, with the Ian Fleming Estate, writes an edge-of-your-seat thriller that will appeal to young adults and serious Bond fans alike. He ingeniously uncovers the unknown story of how an average boy became history's most formidable and suave super spy.
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This thrilling prequel to the James Bond dynasty shows young James at boarding school at Eton in the 1930's, where he spent his formative years. Acclaimed British writer Charlie Higson, with the Ian Fleming Estate, writes an edge-of-your seat thriller that brilliantly plants the seeds to show how young James learns the skills that will eventually make him history's most formidable and suave super spy.
About the Author
Charlie Higson is an acclaimed British comedy writer, producer, and actor. His previous novels included Getting Rid of Mister Kitchen; Full Whack; Happy Now; and King of the Ants.