Passing the baton

What made the experience of listening to Shoot to Kill the most enjoyable?

Hearing more from the Young Bond series, established so brilliantly by Charlie Higson. Nathaniel Parker is the ideal narrator for this series.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Boudie (sp?) because she's an excellent foil to Bond, and a good, fairly rounded character.

What does Nathaniel Parker bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

He's excellent, and I think the transition from Higson's style to tgat of Steve Cole was made smoother by having the same narrator.

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Every shot counts? I don't know...

Any additional comments?

That last question was daft. The audiobook, and the whole series, are great.

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Not as good as the books that have gone before

Steve Coles first Young Bond, and it's not as gripping as Charlie Higson. To be honest it's starts well and finishes OK, but it's accident quite boring in the middle. I'll give Steve's second a listen, but I'm not young to hold my breath.

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A really great listen highly reaccomend

Would you consider the audio edition of Shoot to Kill to be better than the print version?

yes because by listening to it you get to see in your minds eye the action and adventure that's happening and feel the emotions like your really there with them

Who was your favorite character and why?

young bond was my favourite character because he is so adventurous and always has a unique way of saving the day it excites me listening to his adventures and how he solves a problem

What about Nathaniel Parker’s performance did you like?

Yes I did he is a great reader he brings the characters to life and you really feel the emotions as he reads you feel like your in there with them wanting to help willing them on

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

to me the whole book moved me from start to finish

Any additional comments?

Well worth the listen I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes the trill of adventure

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Ruthless thrill.

The series never ceases to amaze. Yet another stunning performance from Parker and yet another explosive plot line that shocked and rocked me to the core. A stunning listen

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Keeping the story alive

Follows on perfectly from the Higson books. Maintains the perfect mix of action and humour. I love these books and feel they fit well with the current film portrayal.
Perfect presentation also. Narration calm and powerful. Stylish. Gorgeous.

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Bond meets Hollywood

An enjoyable prequel about James Bond's early life, and his first trip to America and Hollywood.

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Definitely one of the best YBs so far

My kids and I love the Young Bond series- action, excitement and exotic locations. And we were so pleased to hear that more were to be written (if slightly worried that the change of author would disappoint). But really, this is one of the best and I can't wait for the next.

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Could NOT ask for more.

This book was absolutely fandabbiedoze. I was really like wow hold up will this new kid 'Steve' be as good Charlie but he was. As always Nathaniel is definitely excellent and I do love a cheeky listen. It's good for the ears!

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Young Bond at his best!

If you could sum up Shoot to Kill in three words, what would they be?

Action, nerve-wracking and thrilling

What other book might you compare Shoot to Kill to, and why?

The Serpents Shadow by Rick Riordan because they have similar levels of action and excitement.

Have you listened to any of Nathaniel Parker’s other performances? How does this one compare?

Yes, Nathaniel Parker uses his voice brilliantly to bring the story to life.

Any additional comments?

Took a while to buy this book because it wasn't by Charlie Higson, but actually it's every bit as good as one of his.

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great really good story line kept me hooked

really enjoyed it and glad they carried on with the series hope for a new one soon

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