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Young Bond
SilverFin: The Graphic Novel
Since 2005, readers have traveled the world with a young man whose inquisitive mind, determination, and thirst for adventure would set him on a course for greatness. Now, see Young Bond in action for the very first time.
There's something slithering in the dark waters around a Scottish castle. Something that must be kept secret. Something deadly.
One man with a thirst for power will use it, whatever the cost.
One boy stands in the way.
His name is Bond. James Bond.
There's something slithering in the dark waters around a Scottish castle. Something that must be kept secret. Something deadly.
One man with a thirst for power will use it, whatever the cost.
One boy stands in the way.
His name is Bond. James Bond.
160 pages, Paperback
First published October 28, 2008
About the author
Charlie Higson
89 books1,532 followersHigson was educated at Sevenoaks School and at the University of East Anglia (where his brother has taught since 1986 and is now a professor of film studies) where he met Paul Whitehouse, David Cummings and Terry Edwards. Higson, Cummings and Edwards formed the band The Higsons of which Higson was the lead singer from 1980 to 1986. They released two singles on the Specials' 2-Tone label. Higson then became a plasterer before he turned to writing for Harry Enfield with Paul Whitehouse and performing comedy. He came to public attention as one of the main writers and performers of the BBC Two sketch show The Fast Show (1994-2000). He worked with Whitehouse on the radio comedy Down the Line and is to work with him again on a television project, designed to be a spoof of celebrity travel programmes.[1:]
He worked as producer, writer, director and occasional guest star on Randall & Hopkirk (Deceased) from 2000 to 2001. Subsequent television work has included writing and starring in BBC Three's Fast Show spin-off sitcom Swiss Toni. He is currently starring in Tittybangbang series 3 on BBC Three and has appeared as a panellist on QI.
He published four novels through the early to mid 1990s which take a slightly dystopian look at everyday life and have a considerably more adult tone than his other work, with characters on the margins of society finding themselves spiraling out of control, leading him to be described by Time Out as 'The missing link between Dick Emery and Brett Easton Ellis' [2:]
In 2004, it was announced that Higson would pen a series of James Bond novels, aimed at younger readers and concentrating on the character's school-days at Eton. Higson was himself educated at Sevenoaks School where he was a contemporary of Jonathan Evans, current Director General of MI5. The first novel, SilverFin, was released on 3 March 2005 in the UK and on 27 April 2005 in the U.S. A second novel, Blood Fever, was released on 5 January 2006 in the UK and 1 June in the U.S. The third novel, Double or Die, was published on 4 January 2007 having had its title announced the day before. The next, Hurricane Gold, came out in hardcover in the UK in September 2007.[3:]In this year he also made a debut performance on the panel show QI. His final Young Bond novel, By Royal Command, was released in hardcover in the UK on the 3 September 2008.[4:]
Charlie has signed a deal to pen a new series of children's books for Puffin. According to the author, "They are going to be action adventures, but with a horror angle
He worked as producer, writer, director and occasional guest star on Randall & Hopkirk (Deceased) from 2000 to 2001. Subsequent television work has included writing and starring in BBC Three's Fast Show spin-off sitcom Swiss Toni. He is currently starring in Tittybangbang series 3 on BBC Three and has appeared as a panellist on QI.
He published four novels through the early to mid 1990s which take a slightly dystopian look at everyday life and have a considerably more adult tone than his other work, with characters on the margins of society finding themselves spiraling out of control, leading him to be described by Time Out as 'The missing link between Dick Emery and Brett Easton Ellis' [2:]
In 2004, it was announced that Higson would pen a series of James Bond novels, aimed at younger readers and concentrating on the character's school-days at Eton. Higson was himself educated at Sevenoaks School where he was a contemporary of Jonathan Evans, current Director General of MI5. The first novel, SilverFin, was released on 3 March 2005 in the UK and on 27 April 2005 in the U.S. A second novel, Blood Fever, was released on 5 January 2006 in the UK and 1 June in the U.S. The third novel, Double or Die, was published on 4 January 2007 having had its title announced the day before. The next, Hurricane Gold, came out in hardcover in the UK in September 2007.[3:]In this year he also made a debut performance on the panel show QI. His final Young Bond novel, By Royal Command, was released in hardcover in the UK on the 3 September 2008.[4:]
Charlie has signed a deal to pen a new series of children's books for Puffin. According to the author, "They are going to be action adventures, but with a horror angle
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September 14, 2018
This is a book series that I wanted to read in High School, but sadly never got round to it. The story of a young James Bond! Silverfin is about Bond starting at Eton and almost straight away falling into the path of an enemy. With his Aunt and Uncle living in Scotland, Bond uncovers some dark secrets that could put his life in danger. This was an easy, quick read and something that could easily be approachable for a fast-fix. But for me, it did lack development with characters and the pacing at times to be a little too fast. I did like the illustrations throughout and was generally spooked towards the end.
September 29, 2021
Silverton: The Graphic Novel
By Charlie Higson, Kev Walker
This graphic novel is so good I forgot it was a graphic novel! I have a great imagination and visualize my books I read in my head. This book visualized it for me. The art is so good, I noticed so many small details the artist added.
The story is the young James Bond and basically on his first spy adventure. Lots of action and suspense. Great story but started slightly slow but then really kicked up!
By Charlie Higson, Kev Walker
This graphic novel is so good I forgot it was a graphic novel! I have a great imagination and visualize my books I read in my head. This book visualized it for me. The art is so good, I noticed so many small details the artist added.
The story is the young James Bond and basically on his first spy adventure. Lots of action and suspense. Great story but started slightly slow but then really kicked up!
June 29, 2018
Charlie Higson got the less than envious task of writing down the adventures of a young James Bond between the two Big wars. In five books he did a convincing job and we always expected this writer to continue writing the tales of Bond during WWII leading up to the donning of the 007 cape. So far that has not happened and Steve Cole who wrote some Doctor Who books currently writes the current Young Bond series, which I have yet to read, might perhaps never. There is something said for the argument that James Bond 007 was never an extraordinary person but he happened to grow up to being something special for the British secret service. So these young Bond novels would be somehow be a betrayal to the ordinary background that created a famous secret agent.
That said Higson did write some excellent books and his last one actually featured james Bond 007 in a albeit short chapter.
Her we meet James Bond arriving at his school Eton after the dead of his parents. And we find him finding his footing in this school system. However he quickly makes the acquaintance of a certain Lord Hellebore and his son George who'll do anything to please his father (think Draco Malfoy & his dad). The big confrontation is a annual sporting event that is about shooting, swimming and cross country running. In which Bond excels and beats the son George Hellebore which is not taken lightly by daddy.
Part two takes place in Scotland where James return to his aunt and uncle, who is terminal ill, and finds himself involved in the search for a missing boy. Which brings him on the path again of an wicked Laird Hellebore who doing dark deeds and finds himself up against the young Bond and some unexpected friends.
As a graphic novel I find this an excellent drawn comic, visually stunning on occasion. The story is of course a little less complete but does catch the essence of Higsons novel. The only fault I can find in the comic and story is that James Bond is running with a certain number during the sporting event that is way to obvious and felt a bit too much. But each his/her own.
For a James Bond literary fun undoubtedly a lot of fun, unless you are purist and consider everything not written by Fleming unworthy. I did enjoy the graphic novel a lot.
Anyhow this year turns out to be 007 heavy in my reading, which has been some time that this happened, however the variety is nice and good.
That said Higson did write some excellent books and his last one actually featured james Bond 007 in a albeit short chapter.
Her we meet James Bond arriving at his school Eton after the dead of his parents. And we find him finding his footing in this school system. However he quickly makes the acquaintance of a certain Lord Hellebore and his son George who'll do anything to please his father (think Draco Malfoy & his dad). The big confrontation is a annual sporting event that is about shooting, swimming and cross country running. In which Bond excels and beats the son George Hellebore which is not taken lightly by daddy.
Part two takes place in Scotland where James return to his aunt and uncle, who is terminal ill, and finds himself involved in the search for a missing boy. Which brings him on the path again of an wicked Laird Hellebore who doing dark deeds and finds himself up against the young Bond and some unexpected friends.
As a graphic novel I find this an excellent drawn comic, visually stunning on occasion. The story is of course a little less complete but does catch the essence of Higsons novel. The only fault I can find in the comic and story is that James Bond is running with a certain number during the sporting event that is way to obvious and felt a bit too much. But each his/her own.
For a James Bond literary fun undoubtedly a lot of fun, unless you are purist and consider everything not written by Fleming unworthy. I did enjoy the graphic novel a lot.
Anyhow this year turns out to be 007 heavy in my reading, which has been some time that this happened, however the variety is nice and good.
July 31, 2020
Young James Bond starts College and while going home for vacation in Scotland gets involved in the mysterious disappearance of a young man who was fishing close by a castle.
The beginning already shows what happened there which already takes part away of the mystery. I liked the first half of the book better as the second half. The book felt more like a superhero story instead of a spy/adventure type novel which I had expected. The story got too unrealistic and felt over the top. Artwork was fine and the whole mood was a little bit dark and gritty.
The beginning already shows what happened there which already takes part away of the mystery. I liked the first half of the book better as the second half. The book felt more like a superhero story instead of a spy/adventure type novel which I had expected. The story got too unrealistic and felt over the top. Artwork was fine and the whole mood was a little bit dark and gritty.
February 26, 2013
Really liked it. I would have loved this when I was a kid--beats the Hardy Boys by a mile. Excellent combination of story and artwork. Want to read more of these...
March 21, 2018
Finally, after all these years, we get to learn what James Bond was like as a 13-year-old boy, to dive into the backstory of this walking pile of cool, delve into what makes a man like this tick, discover how his childhood shaped him into being a cold-blooded killer with a quick wit and a quicker pistol.
Just kidding, this is a Nancy Drew novel where they changed her name and gender!
I mean, what did I expect this to be, honestly? I guess I wanted a thrilling mystery that also shed a modicum of light on how our favorite British spy became the man we've known for decades, and instead I only got a (semi) thrilling mystery. There is no character development to be found here, just a simple story of Bond uncovering a wicked, dastardly plot and doing his best to stop it.
I wouldn't even say the plot is particularly Bond-like. The mystery that unfolds is pretty out there, belonging more in the Hellboy universe than the Bond pantheon. There are also no real twists or surprises, no late-game reveals. It just kind of... moves forward.
Now, all that said, Kev Walker's art is, as usual, outstanding, and does the heavy lifting in terms of making this book readable. He breathes life into this world, filling it with the mystery and action the writing itself is lacking. I think the art alone bumps this up to three stars for me.
Overall, this was an interesting experiment that ended up feeling a little pointless. It's an obvious attempt to cash in on the Bond name without actually delivering much in the way of a Bond story. The few thrilling elements found here aren't enough to elevate this beyond that, unfortunately.
Just kidding, this is a Nancy Drew novel where they changed her name and gender!
I mean, what did I expect this to be, honestly? I guess I wanted a thrilling mystery that also shed a modicum of light on how our favorite British spy became the man we've known for decades, and instead I only got a (semi) thrilling mystery. There is no character development to be found here, just a simple story of Bond uncovering a wicked, dastardly plot and doing his best to stop it.
I wouldn't even say the plot is particularly Bond-like. The mystery that unfolds is pretty out there, belonging more in the Hellboy universe than the Bond pantheon. There are also no real twists or surprises, no late-game reveals. It just kind of... moves forward.
Now, all that said, Kev Walker's art is, as usual, outstanding, and does the heavy lifting in terms of making this book readable. He breathes life into this world, filling it with the mystery and action the writing itself is lacking. I think the art alone bumps this up to three stars for me.
Overall, this was an interesting experiment that ended up feeling a little pointless. It's an obvious attempt to cash in on the Bond name without actually delivering much in the way of a Bond story. The few thrilling elements found here aren't enough to elevate this beyond that, unfortunately.
December 9, 2013
I haven't read a lot of graphic novels, certainly no expert in artistic creativity, but I must admit that i really enjoyed this one. It made a difference reading a young James bond story rather than a manga style one with rape, murder and return from the dead vengeance.
This story was about a young James enrolling in Eaton College and spending time up in Scotland, where he meets his uncle who it turns out was a spy! Shock!
THe story is very easy to follow, bully at school has a evil dad, with a slightly more evil mad scientist and a nefarious plot to rule the world. Bond arrives, gets the girl and saves the world but doesn't have a martini, shaken but not stirred.
The graphics in this was very good, I was impressed and immediately into the book. I found the emotion shown in a lot of the drawings to be very real and certainly added to the story. I am going to look out for more of this type of genre because it makes for nice relaxing change when wanting to read but not being mentally capable of picking up Erikson, Hamilton or Reynolds at night :)
This story was about a young James enrolling in Eaton College and spending time up in Scotland, where he meets his uncle who it turns out was a spy! Shock!
THe story is very easy to follow, bully at school has a evil dad, with a slightly more evil mad scientist and a nefarious plot to rule the world. Bond arrives, gets the girl and saves the world but doesn't have a martini, shaken but not stirred.
The graphics in this was very good, I was impressed and immediately into the book. I found the emotion shown in a lot of the drawings to be very real and certainly added to the story. I am going to look out for more of this type of genre because it makes for nice relaxing change when wanting to read but not being mentally capable of picking up Erikson, Hamilton or Reynolds at night :)
August 4, 2021
Young James Bond, adapted from the book of the the same name, just in visualized format.
Some supernatural elements and sci-fi carry it through, just as much as Ian Fleming's original stories.
A good recommendation for fans of James Bond, young action stars and suspense.
Some supernatural elements and sci-fi carry it through, just as much as Ian Fleming's original stories.
A good recommendation for fans of James Bond, young action stars and suspense.
July 30, 2009
Ini adalah James Bond jaman muda, jadi masih remaja gitu deeehh. Dia sekolah di ETON, kek asrama gitu. Nah disana dia ketemu ama seorang anak orang kaya yang suka nge-bullies. Biasa deh di semua sekolah kan juga ada tuh yang sok kuat, sok kaya, sok populer. Bisanya cuma ngegencet anak baru, adik kelas gitu. Gw jadi inget dulu temen gw pernah di gencet kakak kelas karena cowok yang ditaksirnya malah naksir temen gw. Idiihhh, norak ya? Para bullies itu setelah dewasa sadar gak sih kalo mereka dulu nyebelin? (hehe jadi curhat)
Anyway, James Bond ini gak punya orang tua lagi, keduanya meninggal waktu mendaki gunung. Jadi dia tinggal ama tantenya. James Bond mengetahui kalo pamannya ternyata seorang mata-mata dulunya. Jadi tau dong darah spy itu nurun dari mana? Ternyata bukan dari ayahnya.
Trus saat liburan, James ngebantuin seorang anak yang ingin menyelidiki kematian adiknya. Ternyata penyelidikannya sampai ke rumah orang tua si bullies yang bersekolah di ETON itu lho, yang suka ngerjain James. And you know what? Ternyata di rumah yang seperti istana itu ada ...#$@^*#.. *sensor* yang bertujuan untuk ...&^$#@*... *sensor lagi*
Nah, berhasil gak James membongkar kasus ...*&^%^$#...? Ada apa sebenernya di danau yang mengelilingi rumah besar tersebut? Kenapa sepertinya diselimuti misteri? Ya namanya juga cerita James Bond, pasti isinya petualangan ala spy dong? Trus, biasanya James Bond selalu selalu dikelilingi cewek kan? James remaja gimana? Ada juga sih ceweknya, tapi yah namanya juga masih remaja, gak ada seksi-seksi-bohay kek di film-film gt deh. So, jangan ngarep :p
Anyway, James Bond ini gak punya orang tua lagi, keduanya meninggal waktu mendaki gunung. Jadi dia tinggal ama tantenya. James Bond mengetahui kalo pamannya ternyata seorang mata-mata dulunya. Jadi tau dong darah spy itu nurun dari mana? Ternyata bukan dari ayahnya.
Trus saat liburan, James ngebantuin seorang anak yang ingin menyelidiki kematian adiknya. Ternyata penyelidikannya sampai ke rumah orang tua si bullies yang bersekolah di ETON itu lho, yang suka ngerjain James. And you know what? Ternyata di rumah yang seperti istana itu ada ...#$@^*#.. *sensor* yang bertujuan untuk ...&^$#@*... *sensor lagi*
Nah, berhasil gak James membongkar kasus ...*&^%^$#...? Ada apa sebenernya di danau yang mengelilingi rumah besar tersebut? Kenapa sepertinya diselimuti misteri? Ya namanya juga cerita James Bond, pasti isinya petualangan ala spy dong? Trus, biasanya James Bond selalu selalu dikelilingi cewek kan? James remaja gimana? Ada juga sih ceweknya, tapi yah namanya juga masih remaja, gak ada seksi-seksi-bohay kek di film-film gt deh. So, jangan ngarep :p
July 17, 2019
James Bond has begun his life at Eton, but quickly finds himself at odds with not only another student, but with a dangerous force seeking to change the world, leading him on an adventure riddled with deadly twists, all surrounding the mysterious Loch Silverfin. Kev Walker brings young Bond to life with beautiful illustrations that are fast-paced and unforgettable. Will James be able to figure out the secrets of Silverfin before the secrets can nab him?
May 6, 2019
Uma novela gráfica sobre o jovem James Bond. Interessante em termos de história e agradável no seu traço.
May 4, 2013
o Your full name: Karen Henspeter
o APA citation: Higgson, H. & Walker, K. (2008). Silverfin: A James Bond adventure. New York, NY: Hyperion Books.
o Genre: Adventure
o Format: Graphic novel
o Selection process: The Best, Notable, and Recommended 2008. (2009). Teacher Librarian, 36(4), 8-21.
o Review:
Young Bond, an adventure series launched in 2005, tells the background history of the infamous James Bond. In Silverfin, author Charles Higson and illustrator Kev Walker work together to create a captivating story that gives readers insight into the early life of Bond, including how his parents passed away and how he processed their deaths. Part One also introduces readers to Eton, the boarding school where he is sent as a teenage orphan. There he meets a bully named George Hellebore, the son of an evil villain who used to know Bond’s father. James and Hellebore quickly form an enmity that rears its head throughout the story.
Bond travels to Scotland to visit his aunt and dying uncle. Along the way, he meets a boy named Jimmy who is searching for his missing cousin, and James offers his help. In Scotland, his uncle warns him—based on personal experience—never to become a spy. Ironically, James and his new friend, Jimmy, soon stumble upon Hellebore’s mysterious castle while searching for the missing cousin. They investigate and uncover some frightening clues about Hellebore's true self. The two boys also find that George has realized his father’s treachery and wants to put a stop to it. Together, they meet Hellebore face-to-face, discover that he is more of a monster than they imagined, and put up a vicious fight.
The close of the story finds James, bruised by triumphant, back at his relative’s house. Sadly, his uncle passed away in his absence. His warnings echo in James’ ears. Readers are left with the uncanny realization that James has begun the work that his uncle warned against—he has tasted the work of an undercover agent, and more is sure to come. Higson and Walker do a commendable job of revealing how Bond’s youth may have helped to create the legend that is 007.
o Recommendation level: Recommended*
*The past-faced plot pairs with clever illustrations to create an interesting story.
o APA citation: Higgson, H. & Walker, K. (2008). Silverfin: A James Bond adventure. New York, NY: Hyperion Books.
o Genre: Adventure
o Format: Graphic novel
o Selection process: The Best, Notable, and Recommended 2008. (2009). Teacher Librarian, 36(4), 8-21.
o Review:
Young Bond, an adventure series launched in 2005, tells the background history of the infamous James Bond. In Silverfin, author Charles Higson and illustrator Kev Walker work together to create a captivating story that gives readers insight into the early life of Bond, including how his parents passed away and how he processed their deaths. Part One also introduces readers to Eton, the boarding school where he is sent as a teenage orphan. There he meets a bully named George Hellebore, the son of an evil villain who used to know Bond’s father. James and Hellebore quickly form an enmity that rears its head throughout the story.
Bond travels to Scotland to visit his aunt and dying uncle. Along the way, he meets a boy named Jimmy who is searching for his missing cousin, and James offers his help. In Scotland, his uncle warns him—based on personal experience—never to become a spy. Ironically, James and his new friend, Jimmy, soon stumble upon Hellebore’s mysterious castle while searching for the missing cousin. They investigate and uncover some frightening clues about Hellebore's true self. The two boys also find that George has realized his father’s treachery and wants to put a stop to it. Together, they meet Hellebore face-to-face, discover that he is more of a monster than they imagined, and put up a vicious fight.
The close of the story finds James, bruised by triumphant, back at his relative’s house. Sadly, his uncle passed away in his absence. His warnings echo in James’ ears. Readers are left with the uncanny realization that James has begun the work that his uncle warned against—he has tasted the work of an undercover agent, and more is sure to come. Higson and Walker do a commendable job of revealing how Bond’s youth may have helped to create the legend that is 007.
o Recommendation level: Recommended*
*The past-faced plot pairs with clever illustrations to create an interesting story.
September 9, 2010
An enjoyable story, but I had a hard time believing that this character would ever turn into James Bond. The artwork was interesting, and reminded me of Mignola's art in Hellboy, but the characters tended to be a bit too cliched.
Oddly, there was no character development. A few hints of influences, but that was it.
Oddly, there was no character development. A few hints of influences, but that was it.
May 10, 2017
I really enjoyed the novel and thought I'd take a look at the graphic novel to booktalk to students as an alternative. This GN does a very poor job of condensing the book into a smaller format. There's no character building, scenes rapidly change, and while the art is decent the dialogue is really lacking. I'd highly recommend reading the actual book over this graphic novel.
May 22, 2012
It was ok
September 21, 2024
James Bond has just arrived at his new school. Eton doesn’t seem very friendly and the uniform is far too fancy for his liking.
Luckily, one student extends a hand of friendship and shows James where to find his room. Pritpal Nandra becomes a good friend at Eton as James gets into classes and outside activities, but at the same time, another student becomes an enemy. George Hellebore is a pompous bully at Eton and James realises why when he meets George’s wealthy father Lord Hellebore.
James settles into his new school, doing well at sports. In doing so, he clashes with George Hellebore once again. He’s pleased to escape his nemesis on his Easter Holidays and go to his uncle’s home in Scotland, however it’s not the quiet break James imagined it would be.
On the train to Scotland, he meets a boy named Red Kelly. He’s heading for the same small town, as his cousin Alfie has gone missing and Red’s going to help.
James is happy to be back with his Uncle and Aunt in their comfortable home by the river. But he’s dismayed at the news that the new neighbouring property has been taken over by none other than Lord Hellebore. When Red tells James that he’s heard Alfie went missing on Hellebore land, James vows to help.
But what they discover is something so terrible, they might never see either of their families ever again.
I absolutely gobbled up the novel version of Silverfin – Young Bond, so snapped up this graphic novel version.
The malice and menace of James’ nemesis is just as raw in illustration as he was in the original novel. The muted browns and greens of the illustration capture the time and the setting of the story perfectly, and the action scenes are alive on the page.
For anyone who thought the novel was too big to tackle, this full-colour graphic novel version is perfect. So good in fact, that it just might convince readers to give the second novel in the series a try.
The portrayal of a young James Bond is spot on. Quiet. Strong. Loyal. Brave. Perfect for a future spy.
Luckily, one student extends a hand of friendship and shows James where to find his room. Pritpal Nandra becomes a good friend at Eton as James gets into classes and outside activities, but at the same time, another student becomes an enemy. George Hellebore is a pompous bully at Eton and James realises why when he meets George’s wealthy father Lord Hellebore.
James settles into his new school, doing well at sports. In doing so, he clashes with George Hellebore once again. He’s pleased to escape his nemesis on his Easter Holidays and go to his uncle’s home in Scotland, however it’s not the quiet break James imagined it would be.
On the train to Scotland, he meets a boy named Red Kelly. He’s heading for the same small town, as his cousin Alfie has gone missing and Red’s going to help.
James is happy to be back with his Uncle and Aunt in their comfortable home by the river. But he’s dismayed at the news that the new neighbouring property has been taken over by none other than Lord Hellebore. When Red tells James that he’s heard Alfie went missing on Hellebore land, James vows to help.
But what they discover is something so terrible, they might never see either of their families ever again.
I absolutely gobbled up the novel version of Silverfin – Young Bond, so snapped up this graphic novel version.
The malice and menace of James’ nemesis is just as raw in illustration as he was in the original novel. The muted browns and greens of the illustration capture the time and the setting of the story perfectly, and the action scenes are alive on the page.
For anyone who thought the novel was too big to tackle, this full-colour graphic novel version is perfect. So good in fact, that it just might convince readers to give the second novel in the series a try.
The portrayal of a young James Bond is spot on. Quiet. Strong. Loyal. Brave. Perfect for a future spy.
June 10, 2021
Published by Disney Hyperion Books in 2008
Silverfin is the first of 9 books in the Young Bond graphic novel series. Bond's parents are dead due to an accident during while exploring. His aunt and uncle (a former spy) have sent Bond to the super-elite boarding school Eton College (ages 13-18) which has long been known as a school for multiple royal families and future military and political leaders.
Bond makes one really good friend and also one really devoted enemy who really tries his best to be James Bond's bully. When the term is over, he goes home to the family manor in Scotland and, as happens so often in teen movies and TV shows, he finds out that his wannabe bully lives fairly close by. In this case, the wannabe bully's family just bought a manor in the area. That could be rough - but it turns out that this manor is thought to be the source of a lot of strange activities that have been going on in the area and Bond wants to check it out...
The only real problem that I have with this graphic novel is that it is incredibly fast-paced. Bond makes a friend at school - all we know about him is that he is smart, nice, a bit pudgy and from India. What else about his schooling at Eton? There seem to be a lot of ...
Read more at: https://dwdsreviews.blogspot.com/2021...
Silverfin is the first of 9 books in the Young Bond graphic novel series. Bond's parents are dead due to an accident during while exploring. His aunt and uncle (a former spy) have sent Bond to the super-elite boarding school Eton College (ages 13-18) which has long been known as a school for multiple royal families and future military and political leaders.
Bond makes one really good friend and also one really devoted enemy who really tries his best to be James Bond's bully. When the term is over, he goes home to the family manor in Scotland and, as happens so often in teen movies and TV shows, he finds out that his wannabe bully lives fairly close by. In this case, the wannabe bully's family just bought a manor in the area. That could be rough - but it turns out that this manor is thought to be the source of a lot of strange activities that have been going on in the area and Bond wants to check it out...
The only real problem that I have with this graphic novel is that it is incredibly fast-paced. Bond makes a friend at school - all we know about him is that he is smart, nice, a bit pudgy and from India. What else about his schooling at Eton? There seem to be a lot of ...
Read more at: https://dwdsreviews.blogspot.com/2021...
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February 7, 2018"We think were at the top of the food chain, but compared to eels, were nowhere."
This book is a very fun adventure with a lot of thrill and suspense. I am not a big reader but this book was really fun to read because it has so many interesting pictures that correlate with the story very well. This book is about a young James Bond, who is spending his time in Scotland and Eaton College. While he is in Scotland, he ends up meeting his Uncle who is a spy. Also near the time he meets his uncle, he meets another main character that is the school bully. The bully George competes with James and they grow into enemies very fast. George's dad (Lord Hellebore) has plans to rule the world with his friend who is an evil genius scientist. James works hard against Hellebore and pushes towards the saving of the world. This is a great book and I love how detailed and fun the pictures are that really connect you to the story.
I really loved this book and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a relaxing story with a lot of plot twists.
This book is a very fun adventure with a lot of thrill and suspense. I am not a big reader but this book was really fun to read because it has so many interesting pictures that correlate with the story very well. This book is about a young James Bond, who is spending his time in Scotland and Eaton College. While he is in Scotland, he ends up meeting his Uncle who is a spy. Also near the time he meets his uncle, he meets another main character that is the school bully. The bully George competes with James and they grow into enemies very fast. George's dad (Lord Hellebore) has plans to rule the world with his friend who is an evil genius scientist. James works hard against Hellebore and pushes towards the saving of the world. This is a great book and I love how detailed and fun the pictures are that really connect you to the story.
I really loved this book and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a relaxing story with a lot of plot twists.
February 11, 2020
One interpretation of how James Bond became *the* James Bond. Sanctioned by Fleming's estate, the original novel of a young Bond during his first year at Eton, was adapted into a graphic novel soon after. Traditional graphic novel illustrations, traditional format/setup and traditional adventure/action story for ages 10-14 (while younger readers can read, some bullying scenes and some graphic death scenes, might be too much for the sensitive reader). All the elements of an adventure story are there: bullies, missing boys, pretty girls, good friends and sports. If you forget that this is James Bond and just take it as a young man who is at a fine school who gets into a mystery, it is fine. If you try and tie it into Fleming's novels or movies, you will be disappointed.
September 29, 2017
The central idea is don't keep secrets because people still find them out and don't make weird animals that are your family and making them to monsters. An aspect of the book I liked was that the main character cause he was brave to anything because he would do insane stuff that is risking his life. Another part i liked is when he meet a beautiful girl. An aspect of the book I disliked was when the main character parents died going to an adventure and then its grandpa died. Another part i didn't like was when he had competition with this bad kid and he was rude.
August 10, 2021
I've never read a James Bond book and did not know there was a young Bond series/book. I really enjoyed this James Bond origin story. It had all the classic Bond elements (or what I remember from the movies): an impossible situation to get out of, Bond kicking butt, a love interest (but not one he slobbered all over). But I think my favorite part was when one of the criminals plunged into the water and the sound effect was "Ba-doosh" :)
January 24, 2026
A great adventure story tinged with a hint of horror. To be honest, it doesn't really have to be connected to Bond, any teenage character would slot in perfectly, but it doesn't matter as everything about this story works, the pacing, the character work, the setting, and the reveal, all enjoyable. And it would be criminal not to mention just how amazing Walker's heavy inked and beautifully coloured detailed and dynamic visuals are.
September 23, 2024
I like this book but I didn't love it, The worldbuilding, the atmosphere and writing was okay. The paced of plot was but rush for liking and I would the ending of book was graphic novel was okay. The cover of the book was fine and I like the art style also the characters were okay but I feel at they were flash out bit more.
December 20, 2017
This was such a great story! The artwork was beautiful as well.
February 15, 2018
I have read the novel of this several times and I adore it. This is the perfect little addition. I really enjoyed sitting down with it
February 16, 2019
3 stars. Not enough good story and the narration seemed to have missing pieces in the sequence.
February 6, 2020
I don't like eels.
And now I know why ....
And now I know why ....
March 8, 2020
I really liked the story, but if I hadn't have read the original book beforehand, I think I'd have found it really hard to follow. The pictures were really good
March 28, 2022
cool!
April 2, 2024
A Spiderman variant where he's a British spy kid
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