Live and Let Die by Ian Fleming

Live and Let Die

James Bond (Original Series) #2

Ian Fleming with Simon Vance (Narrator)

6 hours, 12 minutes • first pub 1954 (editions)

fiction mystery thriller mysterious medium-paced

Description

When Agent 007 goes to Harlem, it's not just for the jazz. Harlem is the kingdom of Mr. Big, voodoo baron, black master of crime, and senior partner in SMERSH's grim company of death. As gold coins from a Jamaican pirate hoard start turning up in ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,491 reviews

Moods

adventurous 98%
mysterious 56%
tense 56%
dark 19%
challenging 13%
lighthearted 10%
funny 7%
reflective 4%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%
sad 1%

Pace

fast 55%
medium 43%
slow 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 77% | A mix: 15% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

No: 81% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 3%

Loveable characters?

No: 39% | It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 24%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 67% | Yes: 17% | It's complicated: 15%

Average rating

3.26

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