Okay, I think I'd now be considered a Max Phillips fan. I got
a copy of Into the Volcano some months ago (after reading
Fade to Blonde) and it's been in my TBR pile and I just
finished it. Great book! For those on the list who like the
Bond and Helm books, this one is a must. It's every bit as
good as the best of Fleming. The book is set in 1962 (like
Fade to Blonde) and is reminiscent of not only the Bond
books, but the Avengers (and a little Cool
& Lam) as well in that it's a team of a man and woman
spies. There's lot's of humor, but Phillips never resorts to
satire ala Austin Powers. His villain is one to rival Dr. No,
Blofeld or Goldfinger.
It was written under his Forrest DeVoe pseudonym and it will
soon be followed by a sequel entitled Eye of the Archangel at
the end of this month, which I look forward to with much
anticipation. At the same time Into the Volcano will released
in paperback.
I also am looking forward to Charles' sequel to Little Girl
Lost, especially after hearing him interviewed about it. I
looks like it's going to be a great year for you guys!
Jeff
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