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Summary: Angels, Demons need Editor
Review: I don't know what happened between "Angels and Demons" and "The DaVinci Code," but anyone who expects to find a worthy precursor to the Code will be disappointed. The prose limps; the plot is chaotic; there are countless bits of narrative that don't ring true (e.g., an extremely bright young girl raised in an orphanage asks, "What does 'adopted' mean?"); and the endless ending(s) are as tedious as the twenty codas of those second-rate pieces of classical music that won't quit. I can only conclude that Dan Brown underwent an editorial transplant at some point, with excellent results. It's too bad that his publishers felt it necessary to trade on the success of "The DaVinci Code" by reissuing this very weak earlier effort.
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Summary: Entertaining
Review: I must admit, I had difficulty putting this book down. The story has its faults, but considering how captivated I became in the tale - and how it held my attention throughout, I can't be overly critical.The pace of the story is intense and most of the characters are pretty well developed. I would like to have learned more about the background of the Hassassin however. Dan Brown writes vivid, super-interesting stories that are entertaining and imaginative. Can't wait to read his next novel....
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Summary: Twists and Symbolism
Review: From page 1 I was intrigued, from page 20 I was enthralled, page 569 had me not wanting it to end. Well researched and plotted, this book made me rethink so many of the things that I believe. I am personally not Catholic, but was still intrigued by villanous plots, secret infiltrations and murder around every corner. I found the Science vs. Religion debate that takes place through the book to be quite enlightening. I reccomend this book to anyone who wishes to enjoy a good suspense with delightful characters AND wants to think, and I mean REALLY think.
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Summary: Oh very intriguing! It kept me on the edge of my seat!!
Review: Wow!!! This book got me interested in reading again. From the beginning of the novel when Brown describes Langdon's dream till the end I was intrigued to know what would happen next. Robert Langdon is very intersting as a main character, because he is a nerd and he gets involved in adventure yet he thrives in adventorous situations. I also love the religious symbolism that is involved in this novel for I would like to consiver myself a religious young man. This novel also got me interested in the department of symbology. How intersting of a career it would be to study symbols and their backgrounds as a career. Dan Brown also did a wonderful job with doing his research on the Illuminati. I would love to find out more information on them. Also in this novel that is well done is Dan Brown's development of the character's and their backgrounds. Robert Langdon is a claustrophic and Brown explains that and there are other intersting characteristics that he explains about his characters. I would have never thought that a novel about a Harvard symbologist and a marine biologist going on a wild goose chase could be so much fun to read about, but it is. One other thing about this novel is the twists and turns. Brown will keep you thinking about who has done what and how the novel will end. Enjoy!! God bless!!
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Summary: Decent novel
Review: Like many others, I read Angels & Demons after thoroughly enjoying The DaVinci Code. While I enjoyed Angels & Demons, it was a little predictable after having read The DaVicni Code. It's basically the same structure--starts out with a murder, Langdon hooks up with a family member of dead person, they set out to find out what happened. If you really liked The DaVinci Code, you'll probably enjoy this book...it's a fast read anyway, so you won't be spending weeks reading it or anything. It's just not as good as The DaVinci Code, and it is difficult to separate the two and judge this one as a completely different book without taking both into consideration.
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Summary: A thrilling read
Review: I just finished and started in on The Da Vinci Code. I must say, I was shocked by the twists and turns at the end. I thought it was over and wondered what the final 100 pages could hold and I wasn't disappointed. The story is an original with good characters, but at times it goes over the top. It probably would need to be toned down when it hits the big screen, and it will, imo. I can't imagine them not throwing this on the heels of the Da Vinci Code, which is starring Russell Crowe and Kate Beckinsdale. I was amazed at the things I learned. Dan Brown is an intelligent author. His books are fiction, but they are grounded in fact. That makes them quite unique. You will learn a lot about CERN, planes that fly overseas in an hour, and the power of anti-matter. Plus, of course, you will learn of the Illuminati. A worthy book. I highly recommend it.
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Summary: Rather predictable
Review: After reading "The da Vinci Code", I couldn't wait until "Angels & Demons" arrived. However, after the first twenty pages, it became apparent that the style was the same. (Reminded me of Grisham's same old, same old!) The second disappointment came, when I figured out immediately WHO the 'bad' guy was. The rest was just getting through. Although the research was impeccable, I was not as thrilled about this book. Sorry.
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Summary: Amazing book!
Review: I still have not read the Da Vinci Code but I just finished this book which is the first book with Robert Langdon and I will definitley buy The Da Vinci Code this weekend. This book has many twists and turns and I never forsaw the ending. It is apparent that Brown has researched Vatican City and Rome extensiveley and it shows in his writing. Books that are fiction but so closely incorporate factual information you can't tell which is which are always the best to read and this one is better than most. There were one or two things that I didn't see happening but I won't rehash them here as I don't want to ruin anyone's read. Let me just say I recommend this book for what it's worth and I advise you get it. I enjoyed it immensely.
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Summary: Should have read this before The Da Vinci Code...
Review: Like several other reviewers, I too read "The Da Vinci Code" before "Angles & Demons." Although I thoroughly enjoyed both books, it is obvious that A&D was Mr. Brown's first attempt at the Robert Langdon "series". Da Vinci Code is much more refined and unpredictable than A&D. However, that is not to say that one will not encounter twists and turns on the journey. In addition to the mystery, Mr. Brown provides a background into religious and artistic history. His quality of research is comparable to what would be found in a work non-fiction on the subjects. The addition of facts in the book takes the novel to level not common in a typical mystery. I highly recommend "Angels & Demons." I just suggest you read it before "The Da Vinci Code." "Tight Lines!"
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Summary: Top-Notch Thriller! Captivating and Educational
Review: I was unfortunate to read "Angels and Demons" BEFORE "The Da Vinci Code" because it was so great it made "The Da Vinci Code" seem like a disappointment (which it is not of course). "Angels and Demons" is definitely a book you begin to read and simply cannot put down. I heard this before, but this is honestly true of this book. From beginning to end, this book sucks you in and won't let go. Character development of both Robert Langdon and Vittoria Vetra is intense and fast-paced, as is the plot. After reading the book I found myself looking up the Illuminati, the Vatican, as well as antimatter and Galileo! Fantastic read; lead me to read all of Dan Brown's books, and I am biased, this is his BEST!
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