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Summary: I'll give em this
Review: Though the plot is completely in error when it comes to the bible, the man is a creative writer who weaves a wonderfully enganging story. Nice piece of fiction. But make no mistake, this is fiction. Also, if you like non-fiction books I suggest, The Little Guide To Happiness.
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Summary: Not a new story plot
Review: I found myself thinking of Umberto Eco's book, "Foucaults's Pendulum" as I read The DaVinci Code. The plot is certainly not original, but a variation of Eco's work, at least for me. I am a fan of Da Vinci, and checked out the story for that reason, but Eco had the main idea first.
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Summary: The Da vince Code
Review: Simply great... Even better than Katherine Neville!!! A must!
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Summary: Buy this now!
Review: The best book I have ever read. The only way anyone could write a poor review about this book is if they're a religious zealot. If you are, do not buy this. All others will be highly entertained. I have never read a book other than this one that made me rush to the computer to learn more about the subject matter. In all, I probably was on the internet for 15-20 hours. I can't wait for the movie that is in the works and also for the next novel. Thanks Dan.
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Summary: Captivating Thriller!!!
Review: The Da Vinci Code is a beautifully written novel that is carefully, yet perfectly intertwined and pieced together. Its plot is fascinating and captivating; I found it extremely difficult to put the book down. When Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is called to a crime scene to help investigate the murder of an elderly curator of the Louvre, he doesn't know what he's gotten himself into. Langdon soon finds himself mixed up in a muddle of puzzles and enigmas with cryptologist, and granddaughter of the curator, Sophie Neveu. But nothing is as it seems after the discovery of this curator's membership in a clandestine brotherhood, the Priory of Sion, is unveiled. This ancient brotherhood holds an ultimately powerful, historical secret which is desired by more than just Neveu and Langdon. In a battle of wits against an unknown powerbroker who hasn't ceased to track them flawlessly, the pair struggle throughout Paris and beyond to uncover some of history's most prestigious riddles. Clearly The Da Vinci Code is a novel in which no one can pass up the opportunity to read. It was one of my personal favorite books that I've read.
This particular novel is rich and overflowing with knowledge. I love to read books in which I learn a lot of interesting facts without knowing it. This was certainly one of those books. The Da Vinci Code drew me in as a reader and wouldn't let me back out, which is another quality in books that I love. The main source of this quality comes from the fascinating story plot, as well as the writing style. During the journey throughout the novel, the reader feels a sense of being in the dark constantly. Naturally, one feels that when in the dark, they need to keep reading and reading until they're back in the light. This is precisely what happened to me, and most of my peers who read it. The continuous mysteries, shocking exposures, and baffling riddles keeps the reader drawn in throughout the course of this novel. These are all the reasons why The Da Vinci Code is not only a book I'd recommend to anyone my age or older, but it is also a novel in which I found few flaws.
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Summary: davinci goofiness
Review: If this is an example of a good triller or good fiction I am surprised. Although the premise could be interesting the constant chase and riddles detracted from the possible intiguing story that would change history! Don't waste your time on this one
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Summary: Best book ever read
Review: Before I begin I'ld just like to say that just because a book is exciting and keeps you enthralled does not make it poor literature. I read this book in 48 hours and I still maintain that it was time well spent. This entire book was filled with surprises and twists. The protagonist, Robert Lagdon, along with Sophia Neveau find themselves on a wild journey from the Mona Lisa in Paris, to Westminster Abbey in England trying to find the secret to the Holy Grail. But this is no treasure hunt, the Grail holds a disturbing secret, that if revealed would mean a drastic change in Western religion, thats not very clear but its hard not to give anything away. The riddles and mysteries that they uncover are brillient, and have sometimes triple or quadruple meanings that all connect in the end. The book may not end in with a huge bang but I felt it was fitting and beautiful. Everything is wrapped up and concluded nicely. In conclusion, The DaVinci Code is facinating, suspensful, and completely opens the doors to new ideas about Christianity. Just thinking about how all the riddles and symbols came together, I can only wonder at how Dan Brown did it.
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Summary: The Da Vinci Code--what a disappointment
Review: This book came HIGHLY recommended and that's the only reason I read it all the way through. Otherwise I would've stopped at least half way. To each their own, but I personally found it a waste of time.
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Summary: An Extraordinary Thriller!
Review: This book kept my eyes glued to it! The plot compiles one conflict on top of another and switches point-of-view frequently. In doing so, Brown keeps the reader in suspense. The symbology also give something to think about. CHRISTIANS BEWARE, I am a staunch believer in Jesus Christ, and at times in the novel some of the conversations made me cringe. It is not that the story presents Christianity in a bad light(excluding Opus Dei), it is that it makes no distinction between the fact and fiction. Either way, the book is a great read and was definitely worth my time.
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Summary: Sorry son...
Review: Looking back, I could have spent quality time with my son rather than wasting it on this book ("son, sorry for snapping at you when you tried to tear one of the pages"). I was promised a thrilling end, but was disappointed, or frankly speaking cheated. What began as an interesting thriller, ended up in a series of ridiculous twists and turns. Don't waste your hard earned $$$ on the movie.
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