The Splinter Effect by Andrew is methodical and clear, the backstory is interesting and doesn’t interfere with the main narrative
I think No Deals, Mr. Bond reads better in 2025 than it did when published in 1987, it reads much more tongue in cheek than it was probably meant to be
The contrast between the romanticized ideals which he was taught, and the experience of a country torn by a civil war an interesting aspect of the book
The writing, however, is beautiful and the story is haunting. Black Woods, Blue Sky is a dark and sad book, exploring relationships and trust
I enjoyed the nuances of Shakespeare, making him a real character, a struggling playwright and actor. I found the author’s historical research to be excellent
The Moonstone reads like a run-of-the-mill detective novel, however, it was written in 1868. It didn’t just stand the test of time but is also groundbreaking
Taking over for Fleming is a big job, this is the best Bond book Gardner wrote so far. Giving Bond a reason to get angry and personally involved works
The book does not pretend to be anything more than what it is. The stories are simply written, often relatable, short and get straight to the point
Operation Bethlehem by Yariv Inbar is a fascinating glimpse into a world where the heroes are anonymous and want to stay that way
This new, PC world-building is done without nuance, taste, or elegance, shoving activism into the faces of people who just want an escapist fantasy