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A review by feedingbrett
Casino Royale by Ian Fleming
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
A story divided into two parts, the former assembling the professional dedication through an assignment of our protagonist, while the latter reveals the inner aftermath of said assignment. My cinematic relationship with the now legend, 007, has formed an expectation of narratives through sensationalist plotting, with suspense and action as the touchstones of my held attention. Finding myself now with the source material of my initial influences has opened an introspective insight into a character that, for so long, had always felt like a mechanical device for its intention for plotting. Casino Royale, whilst keeping a good measure of entertainment value, conveys the essence of James Bond's loyalty and conviction (and of those that weaken it); the foundation of what is now a legacy.