Casino Royale

A James Bond Novel

By: Ian Fleming

Narrated by: Richard Armitage

Read by Richard Armitage

JAMES BOND PLAYS A DEADLY GAME OF CHANCE IN IAN FLEMING’S LEGENDARY FIRST 007 NOVEL

“Le Chiffre” is a ruthless operative and the accountant for a soviet SMERSH cell in France, but he’s on the verge of disaster after gambling away his client’s money. Taking the last of his stash, he lures a dozen wealthy players to a high-stakes baccarat game, hoping to hustle his way whole.

The British Secret Service would like to see this red thorn plucked from the hide of Europe, and sends their best card sharp, James Bond, to bankrupt Le Chiffre for good.

With the cards running against him and SMERSH operatives threatening to kill him and his beautiful ally, Vesper Lynd, 007 needs his luck to turn before he wagers away their lives.

My first Bond book

Don’t censor bond, this has some censorship compared to the print book. But still an amazing read/listen.

007

Considering I’ve never seen a single Bond movie and have only played Goldeneye and First Light, this is pretty much one of my only times dabbling into the world of 007. This book is a fun spy novel and I can see the allure to make a film franchise from Fleming’s books. I do not know if I’ll read the other 40+ books in the series, but for those interested these books are quick and entertaining reads that keep you drawn into the plot with high stakes action and critical thinking bits.

Good intro to James Bond

I’m not a Bond connoisseur but decided to get this to understand his origins. Some parts were exceptional, especially the baccarat scene. Not my favorite spy novel ever, but Bond fans should find it interesting for what it is.

the original

the original James Bond story. dip your toes and immerse yourself in the story that started a world wide phenomenon. you won't regret it, still I've of the best even after all these years

Armitage. Richard Armitage.

Ian Fleming gets the Armitage treatment and it's another must listen. Get your ears ready.