Trade Paperback
2023 · New York
by Fleming, Ian
New York: Ian Fleming Publications / William Morrow, 2023. 2nd Printing. Trade Paperback. Fine. 5x0x8. New. Second printing. An exceptional copy. 2023 Trade Paperback. 212 pp. âLe Chiffreâ is a ruthless operative and the accountant for a soviet SMERSH cell in France, but heâs on the verge of disaster after gambling away his clientâs 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. (Inventory #: 2340950)