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A review by nyx_who
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang by Ian Fleming
4.0
First, a confession. I watched the 1960s movie adaptation of this book years ago and was fascinated. Without fail, every time I read the title of this book the songs from the movie play in a loop in my head. For once, this ear worm was pleasant background music to my read rather than just another annoying ear worm.
I was more than surprised when I realised the author of this book was the same as the creator of 007. Poles apart, this book covers the adventures of an inventor rather than international intrigue. With the Potts family, and the aptly named vehicle 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' we are taken on an exciting adventure which quickly turns problematic. Throw in a kidnapping in the midst, and you have a wonderful adventure that will keep a young reader thoroughly entertained.
While I did pick up this book as an easy way to fulfil a prompt in a reading challenge. I am not in the least disappointed. I was entertained throughout and Ian Fleming (of whom I am not the biggest fan admittedly) has done a great job with this book. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang indeed!
I was more than surprised when I realised the author of this book was the same as the creator of 007. Poles apart, this book covers the adventures of an inventor rather than international intrigue. With the Potts family, and the aptly named vehicle 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' we are taken on an exciting adventure which quickly turns problematic. Throw in a kidnapping in the midst, and you have a wonderful adventure that will keep a young reader thoroughly entertained.
While I did pick up this book as an easy way to fulfil a prompt in a reading challenge. I am not in the least disappointed. I was entertained throughout and Ian Fleming (of whom I am not the biggest fan admittedly) has done a great job with this book. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang indeed!