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Summary: Great Story But......
Review: I loved the premise of the book. Secret soieties, clues hidden in world famous paintings, and some of the best-kept secrets of the world. This book is absolutely phenomenal and I would recommend it to all my friends. It is no wonder that it has stayed on the bestseller list.The only thing that I can find at fault with this book is the ending. It leaves the reader with the sense of, "Wait, what just happened?" Other than that, I think this book is one of the best books of its time.
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Summary: I fail to understand the hype...
Review: After all the media acclaim and recommendations from friends, I was really looking forward to reading this book. And was *sorely* disappointed. In the first place, I think Katherine Neville, Umberto Eco and others have dealt with the subject matter much more skillfully - not to mention coherently. And in the second place, I found it to be simply a poorly written novel. Yes, I admit that it's plot devices were entertaining but the book is one plot device after another with absolutely no character development. The novel's ending I found to be ridiculous and to render the entire novel pointless.
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Summary: He fell asleep for last half of this one....
Review: What a great premise and outstanding first half. Midway through this one, however, Mr. Brown simply seemed to give up. It's unfortunate because he really stumbled on a cool concept. If at any point you're reading this one and you find yourself dozing off, you should probably put it down.... it just continues to go into a tail spin from there.
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Summary: Not Your Average Thriller
Review: I'm not someone who usually reads thrillers, but this one came recommended to me by another someone who isn't a real fan of the genre. I couldn't put it down. The plot's a lot of fun - it really keeps you guessing until the very end - but I enjoyed the historical aspects in particular as well as its lengthy discussions about art, architecture, and the intricacies of the Roman Catholic Church. It makes you want to hop on the next plane to Paris, which is no small commendation. Definitely worth the hype.
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Summary: Excellent Book
Review: I thought DaVinci Code was one of the best books I have ever read. Having been raised Catholic and always having questioned womens role in the church I thought this book brought an excellent perspective to the doubts I have had since I can remember.
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Summary: "Historical" Libel
Review: This book is a work of fiction contradicted by scholarly writing and historical authorities readily avilable. Yet, there is a real danger that readers will take it as historical fact swallowing whole the sensationalist writing, anti-Catholic bent, and conspiracy plots. Based on a perusal of the reviews here, many readers do take the writing as fact!! On the one hand, it's laughable that Americans rely on novels and Hollywood movies for an understanding of history. On the other, it is very sad and consequently, Mr. Brown should be embarrassed to propagate so much falseness and bigotry. Most concerning, it mocks all that is revered by Christianity by cloaking inaccurate information as fact. Moreover, it defames and slanders real organizations such as Opus Dei and the Catholic Church by assigning them roles as participants in modern-day criminal and deviant acts. Apparently, it is permissible to write a Catholic-bashing book. In sharp constrast, look at the media frenzy that has arisen surrounding Mel Gibson's The Passion for even daring to depict Jews in a bad light. Would a publisher ever dream of printing such a book about Muslims or Jews?! No. But Catholicism is fair game. The novel itself is poorly written consisting of shallow character devlopment and poorly crafted suspense; it relies on silly riddles and cliff-hangers at the end of ridiculously short chapters to ensure the reader will continue reading (in a book that numbers roughly 450 pages, there are 105 chapters). Overall, I am disappointed that Mr. Brown is making a fortune off unwitting readers.
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Summary: Close to the best
Review: I had a very good time reading this book. I am fascinated by puzzles, word games and cyphers, and I have more respect for history and science than for blind religion. Therefore this book met all of my expectations. The author's style is particular (many very short chapters) but it fits the style of the story and it didn't bother me (unlike other reviewers). And the fact that the book (cover) contains a bunch of extra information you wouldn't expect (check out the book's web site) did feed my hunger for more puzzles and games. This book is close to the best you can get. Why not the best ? Because the author sometimes seems to add too much non-fiction (information) that is not enough related to the plot, just for the purpose of showing how much research he did - though the research is likely limited to the list of books included in the story. He should've avoided this pitfall, and the book would've been the best.
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Summary: Do not confuse facts and fiction
Review: The Da Vinci Code, of course, is pure fiction, and as such, it is not much better or worse than the typical American novel. But some people are confusing this book's story with facts and history. If you are one of them, or if you know one of them, please search the web for Sandra Miesel's article, "Dismantling The Da Vinci Code" for a brief clarification.
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Summary: nothing there
Review: Robert Morris has presented a helpful review here although it does contain information that might spoil the fun for readers. I am unimpressed with the Da Vinci Code. I found the writing flat, the story mediocre and the "conspiracy" unfounded. I am not a Catholic. I don't even fit the definition of a Christian, but it should be very apparant to anyone reading this preachy pulp that Brown has an anti-Catholic agenda. I am rather surprised at those who feel compelled to come to his defense on that issue. Go ahead and read it, but when you factor in Brown's bias, his fast and loose use of "facts" and the dull writing there ain't much there.
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Summary: The Da Vinci Code
Review: This was one of the best books, and best mysteries, I've had the pleasure of reading. I was glued to it from start to finish. It's a must read for all open-minded people.
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