Editorial Reviews Review "Goldfinger marks a turning point in the series...James Bond's character becomes more introspective as Fleming discloses his hero's thoughts more often, thus enabling the reader to dig deeper into Bond's feelings."-- "Raymond Benson, author of High Time to Kill""Goldfinger is the most preposterous specimen yet displayed in Mr. Fleming's museum of superfiends...Maniacally readable...excellent pieces of descriptive writing."-- "Observer (London)" About the Author Ian Fleming (1908-1964) was born in London and educated at Eton and Sandhurst. During World War II, he served in British Naval Intelligence, playing a key role in shaping the prototype CIA. His wide-ranging, fast-paced life would provide the backdrop for his beloved spy novels featuring the perennially charming James Bond.