Live and Let Die - James Bond, Bk 2 Author:Ian Fleming The story centers on Bond's pursuit of an American criminal, Mr Big, who has links to the American criminal network, the world of voodoo and SMERSH, an arm of the Russian secret service, all of which are a threat to the West. Bond becomes involved in the US through Mr. Big's smuggling of 17th century gold coins from British territories i... more »n the Caribbean. Themes that run through the novel include the ongoing East-West struggle of the Cold War, race relations and friendship.« less