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Summary: My best read book of the year
Review: Dan Brown's research into Catholicism, architecture, art history and DaVinci is apparent and impressive in this addictive piece of work. Mr. Brown's manner of writing is such that you find yourself engrossed in the story, thinking alongside the protagonist as he reveals little known facts about the aforementioned areas of study. This is a provocative book, challenging the reader to question formed beliefs and even do self-study into many of the revelations with which Dan Brown blesses us regarding history. Coupled with the intense nature of the information is a fun and puzzle-solving storyline that makes the book extremely difficult to put down. Almost all questions are answered in the end and leaves you wanting to read it again; but perhaps more entertaining - to discuss with fellow readers the topics and facts presented herein. I highly recommend this book and for a bit more disturbing, yet equally enjoyable read, try Dan Brown's earlier work: Angels and Demons!
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Summary: Fact or Fiction?
Review: Maybe it's because I've taken too many lit course, but I had a hard time reading this. Not because of its complexity, Brown does a good job writing to the average American, but because I felt that much of this book was just a convient vehicle for delivering a history lesson. The plot itself is fasinating, but you have to wade through historical detail that holds the story down.
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Summary: The Da Vinci Scam
Review: This review contains a spoiler. First of all no art scholar would refer to Leonardo as Da Vinci. Secondly, Leonardo painted St. John in the same effeminate manner in another portrait. No conspiracy there. Dan Brown is pulling our collective leg and getting rich doing it. I am amazed at the praise this amateurish novel is getting. Are people so anxious to defame the Catholic church that they will lower their standards to such a level? Next thing you know the Hardy Boys will be exhuming Martin Luther and Nancy Drew will be translating the Koran.
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Summary: History +Mystery+Suspense= A Great Novel
Review: Dan Brown's fast-paced novel has all the thrills of a roller coaster packed into one book. It combines mystery, suspense, and history into one interesting literary work. Unlike ordinary, whodunit mysteries, The Da Vinci code gives historical information about Da Vinci, symbolism, and Christianity, while at the same time forming a complex plot. The novel makes the reader alert because of its numerous intriguing details. It tells the story of Robert Langdon, a Harvard profesor of symbolism, and Sophie Neveu, a police agent, who are chosen to solve a murder mystery and find the Holy Grail. Sophie's grandfather is murdered in a museum and he leaves behind complex clues for Sophie and Langdon to find the Holy Grail. Many plot twists occur, including secret societies, shocking religious information, and details about Sophie's family. If you want a unique mystery novel filled with surprises, then Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code is a perfect choice.
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Summary: Catches Your Attention.....BUT
Review: Although I did thoroughly enjoy reading The Da Vinci Code, with its twists and turns, I found Dan Brown's book "Angels and Demons" to be far superior. Having read it prior to reading The Da Vinci Code, it's interesting and intriguing to see some of the themes intertwine between the two novels. The Da Vinci Code is certainly worth reading, but do yourself a favor and read "Angels & Demons".
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Summary: BREAK THE CODE
Review: This book was very entertaining to me. Nice to have a thought-provoking and a well-researched book to read. I see there are a lot of one-star reviews that are pushing down the overall rating of this book? Why? Is this book too smart for you? Couldn't break the code yourselves? What a shame. For those who have read the book, if you go to Dan Brown's website he has the actual paintings that are referenced in his book. Definitely worth checking out.
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Summary: fun story, revised history
Review: On one level, this is a fun book. But there is a reason that it's filed under fiction. Brown quickly and fancifully sweeps away the accuracy of the Bible and orthodox Christian theology. Sadly, many will believe him. There is no way the Bible could have been re-written as Brown suggests; it was too widespread. The Council of Nicea was just the beginning of defining Christ's divinity. Chalcedon was actually the definitive statement by the church regarding Christ's humanity and divinity. Plus, there are numerous church fathers who pre-date Nicea who hold to Christ's divinity. The list could go on and on. Read the book for fun, not history.
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Summary: DaVinci Code
Review: All book is UNTRUE and was NOT worth reading at all!!!
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Summary: What Dan Brown failed to mention...
Review: Leonardo Da Vinci hated the Church and anything to do with Christianity. The reason being that he lived an immoral life and hated any institution that could condemn his immorality. Da Vinci tried to discredit Christianity by portraying a contorted gospel in his art. The Last Supper he portrays as a marriage super of Jesus and Mary Magdalene, being one of many misinterpretations of scripture in his art. Da Vinci's view of Christianity is pure blasphemy, yet Dan Brown gives him credibility as a commentator on Christ.
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Summary: REALLY GREAT FICTION(?)
Review: One of the most interesting and engrossing books I have seen in a long while. Dan Brown's research is phenomenal. Opus Dei took it seriously enough to mention it on their website so he ruffled a few feathers.
The book says you can make 62 English words out of PLANETS...
I am up to 47.
I recommend this highly.
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