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The World is Not Enough (Novelisation) (Hardcover)

by Raymond Benson (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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  • Hardcover: 320 pages
  • Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ltd (18 Nov 1999)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0340765461
  • ISBN-13: 978-0340765463
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 749,633 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Welcome back, Mr Bond. We've been waiting for you ... Benson has gone back to Bondian basics in a fast-moving world of bedrooms, firm breasts, betting and bruises.' -- Independent on Sunday 'Spectacular chases, gory killings and a spot of sado-masochism . . addicts of the genre will love it.' -- The Times --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I loved the film and I loved the book!, 30 Oct 2000
By A Customer
This review is from: The World is Not Enough (James Bond 007) (Paperback)
Film novelisations are sometimes tacky and dull. This is not the case with The World Is Not Enough. I loved every page and the detail behind the characters that the film missed out such as the reasons behind Renard's love for Elektra. I have to say that by the end of the book I actually felt sorry for Renard because he was only really a tool for Elektra's greed- a point I did not pick up with the film although I liked it equally. My favourite part was the introduction of Christmas Jones at the mine and the theft of the nuclear warhead. All in all, I would recommend this book to anyone, Bond fan or not. (Yes, it is that good!)
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4.0 out of 5 stars "light & enjoyable read of latest Bond movie", 6 May 2000
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This 200 page book based on the screenplay by Neal Purvis & Robert Wade follows Bond's latest big screen adventure.

Benson adds interesting background narrative padding out necessary scenes but alas not over developing the familiar characters.

By adding the missing, opening & important scene he explains why M sends 007 to Bilbao to collect King's money. Strangely it is not until towards the end (?) when he looks into the Renard & Elektra kidnap relationship and explains why the terrorist is so devoted to her. Actor Robert Carlyle who played Renard stated in an interview that he made the character's nationality Bosnian but here he is Russian. Meanwhile Zukovsky's assistant 'The Bull' due to his gold teeth has become a 'Jaws' baddie with his height increased to 7 feet !

The book also explains that Q Branch sent James his old DB5 as back-up to the disposable Z8 for his travels around the Caspian Sea and this helps locate him ( with satellite tracking ) for the final love scene in Istanbul which isn't made too clear in the movie. A light & enjoyable read which recreates the movie's success and is worth a visit to the library or book shop.

Slightly puzzled by the 7 blank pages between chapters to help reach the magical 200 - paperback version.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A good read, makes up for what the movie lacked, 29 Mar 2000
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This review is from: The World is Not Enough (James Bond 007) (Paperback)
Benson has done such a wonderful job in writing from screenplays. I do that as well, and it is not easy. He has managed to seat himself as a true Bond author, despite a shakey start. The movie of TWINE lacked in the typical Bond suave. Benson has made up for that in his novelization. Good show! Keep it up.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!...
A fan of the film, I decided to read the book, also, and I wasn't disappointed. The book goes into far more detail than the film, and makes it much more of a thriller. Brilliant.
Published on 27 Feb 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book that demystifies many aspects of the film
I saw TWINE before I read this and I am glad I did. The book accounted for things that went on in the film that were not obvious in the screenplay. Read more
Published on 23 Jan 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent portrayal of the superb film
The book faithfully charts the progress of the film form beginning to end and then some. There are bits and pieces that are not included in the film, giving the reader more... Read more
Published on 13 Dec 1999 by nestorbadudoy

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Brilliant!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
An absolutely brilliant book!. I've seen the film and I can't wait to read the book. It seems to be too good to be true!
Published on 9 Dec 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific!
I didn't get my book yet. I saw the movie 4 times, and I absolutely love it. It's personalized from Bond's point of view. Read more
Published on 6 Dec 1999 by mruss0516@aol.com

5.0 out of 5 stars BRILLIANT!!!!!
Hi, im Phil. I have read one other of Raymond Benson's books and enjoyed it very much. I enjoyed this one just as much if not more than the other. Read more
Published on 12 Nov 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars A terrific novelisation from 007 author Raymond Benson.
A typical Bond story, written in Raymond Benson's inimitable style. Benson is undoubtedly the best of the authors to have continued in Ian Fleming's footsteps...
Published on 9 Nov 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars The film better hurry up and reach the big screen.
Having read the book, I cannot wait for the film to be released. I think that is very good that Q has an assistant, but it will not be the same once he retire. Read more
Published on 8 Nov 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars An exciting book which should be read by every Bond fan.
An amazing book which hopefully the film will live up to.With glorious girls,gadgets and villains,this book is unmissable
Published on 27 Oct 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Hope the films as good as the book.
A non-stop thrilling adventure, containing all the details that make James Bond the best agent of them all. Beautiful girls, amazing gadgets, and a twist in the plot. Read more
Published on 18 Oct 1999 by rik@ohmss.com

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