Ian Fleming: The Man Behind James Bond (Audiobook)

from MashaK99

Had to give up on this one. Even as audiobook, it could not hold my attention. Too much background info rather than giving us a feel of the person. After 3 CDs (out of 18) I gave up. I may look into another Fleming bio at some point, but this one is not for me.

from MrsLee

First let me say, I did not finish this book. I was interested in Ian Fleming's role in WWII, how much espionage experience he had, and whether he really believed like his main character that women were simply toys to be used and discarded. So I read far enough to answer those questions. His role...

from gothamajp

Definitely the most comprehensive biography of James Bond's creator to date, but at times it's overwhelmed by extraneous detail that makes a confusing read. It has a surprisingly downbeat tone as Lycett debunks some Fleming myths while making only passing reference to others that I would have lik...

from JeffreyMarks

Rather longish biography of the man who created the James Bond books. It seemed to be a bit long on name-dropping, especially English peerage, and paramours. All the names with little to distinguish them made it confusing at times.

from JayLivernois

A good read to understand the genius who created a contemporary icon and myth of intelligence; a reimagining of the English gentleman.