Life and work has been quite busy of late; while I haven’t been able to find time for larger projects, I can always squeeze in a few minutes here and there for reading. One of the books I have read recently is Judges Guild’s Bob & Bill: A Cautionary Tale by  Bill Owen.

A new, third, edition of Judges Guild’s Bob & Bill: A Cautionary Tale has been released for the Kindle (available via Amazon for $4.99). This is a newly updated and expanded edition which covers Bill Owen’s early gaming experience, how he met Bob Bledsaw and how they created the the original Judges Guild. This new edition includes additional photos as well as new text discussing Bill’s memories.

I found this to be an interesting read. The editing could be improved, but overall an enjoyable look into a piece of our hobby.

Literary Muster – The Eagle Has Landed

The Eagle Has Landed is a classic novel of the spy thriller genre. Set during World War Two; where a unit of German paratroopers and an Irish revolutionary infiltrate England to try to kidnap Churchill. When their cover story is blown they have to try to complete their mission against impossible odds.

The story is slow placed until the Fallschirmjäger land in England, the tension then develops steadily. Once in England, the pace accelerates to create an action-packed last quarter with a stunning final twist.

If you haven’t yet read this book and are a fan of classic spy thrillers this book is a must read. As a war gamer, you will be able to pickup a few ideas for some interesting alternative history based skirmish scenarios.

The Eagle Has Landed – By Jack Higgins
Originally published 1975, 400 pages (paperback version)