- Paperback: 544 pages
- Publisher: Pocket Star; Reprint edition (Jan 24 2012)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1451629354
- ISBN-13: 978-1451629354
- Product Dimensions: 18.8 x 10.4 x 3.4 cm
- Shipping Weight: 340 g
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #200,472 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"A magnificently manic, impeccably researched and at times gory plot, with Deaver’s trademark misdirection and twists flying."—The Washington Post
"His creator may be long gone, but James Bond (with his gadgets, women, and suave lines) lives on in the skillful hands of a suspense superstar."—Malcolm Jones, Newsweek Magazine, "10 Must-Read Summer Books"
"Ian Fleming’s estate tapped American novelist Deaver to pen a new James Bond thriller, and the pairing is as smooth as vodka and vermouth. Yes, the villains are creepy and the women brainy and beautiful, but in a clever reboot, this 007 (who served in Afghanistan) comes armed with a tricked-out cell phone and an appealing sense of empathy."—Parade
"Ian Fleming's estate made a superb choice when it turned to thriller writer Jeffery Deaver for this summer's James Bond reboot Carte Blanche. . . . Familiar touches about, from M and Moneypenny to exotic locales. Then, too, Deaver adds a knowing wink . . . A spry spy bash not to be missed.”—Christian Science Monitor
“Carte Blanche is a fantastic book. . . . Deaver knows psychology and it shines here. Moreover, he knows human relationships . . . as [Ian Fleming’s stepdaughter] best summarized it, Jeffery Deaver truly got it.”—Ann Arbor News
“A page-turning, action packed rip-roaring novel with plenty of twists and surprises.”—Durham Herald-Sun
“Deaver, if anything, has written a 007 thriller that is superior to the best of Fleming.”—San Jose Mercury News
“Jeffery Deaver accepted one of the greatest literary challenges of the new millennium when he agreed to write a new James Bond novel. . . . With Carte Blanche, [he] somehow manages to spin a top-notch 21st-century spy thriller while both respecting Bond and reinventing him.”—Washington Independent Review of Books
“This terrific new pastiche will amply reward Bond fans and possibly bring new readers into the fold. Deaver (Edge), an avowed fan of the Fleming canon, has set the novel in the post-9/11 present, and Bond, that icon of the 1960s, handles the transition perfectly. . . . The plot is predictable in a purely Bond-ian way (credibly incredible), but also intricate and inventive, surprising and satisfying—a testament to Deaver’s skill as a storyteller. . . . Fleming purists may balk at the hint of a New Age sensitivity in Deaver's Bond, but they will recognize one of the world's most enduring fictional characters: competent, courageous, charming, and cool.”—Publishers Weekly
“Deaver, as fans of his Lincoln Rhyme and Kathryn Dance thrillers would expect, has clearly done his homework. . . . the most impressive feature of Carte Blanche is the ingenuity of the breathless, blood-thirsty plot. A master of misdirection, Deaver manufactures more surprises than anyone flogging an old warhorse can be expected to produce. . . . Kingsley Amis, John Gardner and Sebastian Faulks are among those who have tried to bring Bond back to life. Deaver, though, is in a class of his own: nobody's done it better.”—The Evening Standard (London) --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.
"His creator may be long gone, but James Bond (with his gadgets, women, and suave lines) lives on in the skillful hands of a suspense superstar."—Malcolm Jones, Newsweek Magazine, "10 Must-Read Summer Books"
"Ian Fleming’s estate tapped American novelist Deaver to pen a new James Bond thriller, and the pairing is as smooth as vodka and vermouth. Yes, the villains are creepy and the women brainy and beautiful, but in a clever reboot, this 007 (who served in Afghanistan) comes armed with a tricked-out cell phone and an appealing sense of empathy."—Parade
"Ian Fleming's estate made a superb choice when it turned to thriller writer Jeffery Deaver for this summer's James Bond reboot Carte Blanche. . . . Familiar touches about, from M and Moneypenny to exotic locales. Then, too, Deaver adds a knowing wink . . . A spry spy bash not to be missed.”—Christian Science Monitor
“Carte Blanche is a fantastic book. . . . Deaver knows psychology and it shines here. Moreover, he knows human relationships . . . as [Ian Fleming’s stepdaughter] best summarized it, Jeffery Deaver truly got it.”—Ann Arbor News
“A page-turning, action packed rip-roaring novel with plenty of twists and surprises.”—Durham Herald-Sun
“Deaver, if anything, has written a 007 thriller that is superior to the best of Fleming.”—San Jose Mercury News
“Jeffery Deaver accepted one of the greatest literary challenges of the new millennium when he agreed to write a new James Bond novel. . . . With Carte Blanche, [he] somehow manages to spin a top-notch 21st-century spy thriller while both respecting Bond and reinventing him.”—Washington Independent Review of Books
“This terrific new pastiche will amply reward Bond fans and possibly bring new readers into the fold. Deaver (Edge), an avowed fan of the Fleming canon, has set the novel in the post-9/11 present, and Bond, that icon of the 1960s, handles the transition perfectly. . . . The plot is predictable in a purely Bond-ian way (credibly incredible), but also intricate and inventive, surprising and satisfying—a testament to Deaver’s skill as a storyteller. . . . Fleming purists may balk at the hint of a New Age sensitivity in Deaver's Bond, but they will recognize one of the world's most enduring fictional characters: competent, courageous, charming, and cool.”—Publishers Weekly
“Deaver, as fans of his Lincoln Rhyme and Kathryn Dance thrillers would expect, has clearly done his homework. . . . the most impressive feature of Carte Blanche is the ingenuity of the breathless, blood-thirsty plot. A master of misdirection, Deaver manufactures more surprises than anyone flogging an old warhorse can be expected to produce. . . . Kingsley Amis, John Gardner and Sebastian Faulks are among those who have tried to bring Bond back to life. Deaver, though, is in a class of his own: nobody's done it better.”—The Evening Standard (London) --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.
Book Description
In this latest adrenaline-fueled thriller by #1 international bestselling author Jeffery Deaver—now available in a premium edition—James Bond is back and better than ever, poised to reach a new generation of readers.
James Bond, in his early thirties and already a veteran of the Afghan war, has been recruited to a new organization. Conceived in the post-9/11 world, it operates independent of MI5, MI6, and the Ministry of Defense, its very existence deniable. Its aim: to protect the Realm, by any means necessary.
An alert calls James Bond away from dinner with a beautiful woman. Headquarters has decrypted an electronic whisper about an attack scheduled for later in the week: Casualties estimated in the thousands, British interests adversely affected.And Agent 007 has been given carte blanche to do whatever it takes to fulfill his mission.
Sharp, sexy, and smart, Carte Blanche is the perfect addition to an already hugely popular franchise.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Welcome to the 21st Century Mr. Bond...,
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This review is from: Carte Blanche: James Bond Novel (Hardcover)
I have read many of Ian Fleming's 007 books and enjoyed them immensely. I also enjoyed Sebastian Faulks' take on James Bond, however I was overjoyed to see that Jeffrey Deaver had brought everyone's favourite secret agent into the modern era. It was a recipe for success with the latest James Bond films, starring Daniel Craig, and in my opinion it is so for this novel as well.What's more, Deaver has successfully done so while keeping much of what Flemings' fans loved so much about his work. The writing is painstakingly descriptive, yet action packed. It contains all the necessary ingredients of a bond story: weapons, beautiful women, tradecraft, technology, specialized drinks, fast cars, and of course, exotic locales. It has a very good plot, that flows quickly, with excellent character development, and a few really good twists. I couldn't put it down, but at the same time, I didn't want it to end. For me, that's the sign of a very enjoyable read. I certainly hope that this isn't a one shot deal, and that Jeffrey Deaver will write another James Bond novel, and perhaps a few more after that.
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A great James Bond novel,
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This review is from: Carte Blanche: James Bond Novel (Hardcover)
This novel is another great entry in the James Bond legacy. Bond follows a small clue that leads him from Ireland to Africa to stop terrorists, while his colleague goes on a wild goose chase to Afghanistan.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Would make a great movie,
This review is from: Carte Blanche: James Bond Novel (Hardcover)
Purchasing this book was easy and it was delivered much faster than I expected. The book was very good. The introduction got you into the action quickly and the description of events made you feel that you were right there. Good description of characters. Plot was good and had a few good twists that I did not predict as the book went on. Well done. I usually can guess what is coming next. Definitely a good read if you are a BOND fan.
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