Young Bond: Shoot to Kill

Imagine James Bond as a teenager, when did his life as a spy start? Did he even want to be a spy? Was he curious from a young age? Those are exactly the sort of questions addressed in this Young Bond book as James Bond is being formed into the famous adult spy - and finding out exactly what his talents and shortfalls are. Even his vulnerable side is shown; as he tries his best to survive in what becomes a violent, dangerous situation. There is a film noir atmosphere to this book, with gangsters, expensive cars and tortured souls. The sense of foreboding is set from the start and the reader is pulled into a dark world, where any character can be eliminated. This is an action-packed read, with strong characters and very dislikeable bad guys. The reader is keen for the evildoers to get their comeuppance, but it isn't until the last few chapters that all is explained and everyone's fate is revealed! Shoot to Kill will appeal to both sexes, but due to some of the violence (mainly gangster related), I would classify this as for 14+. It's a very fast paced read and perfect for reading aloud or to hook in reluctant readers.

Suggested Reading Age 11+