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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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Summary: Audacious plot, interesting information - Highly Recommended
Review: I have so far read 4 of Dan Brown's books (Angel & Demons, DaVinci Code, Deception Point & Digital Fortress) and three features of his writings stand out. First, audacious plotlines; Brown does not believe in small measures but goes out on a limb- heck, this guy re-defines audacity! The plotlines are way over the top but have just that crucial amount of credibility to draw in a reader, even when he knows it is fiction. Second, the pace is mercilessly quick; the entire plot of the book plays out over a few days at most. Last but for me the best of all, his books have a wealth of esoteric information that one would not normally read about. I found myself enthralled by a never ending series of factoids that had me rushing to the Internet for explanation or elaboration. Since the book has no real illustrations and a pathetic "map", I also used the internet to see images of the various landmarks that feature in the plot and their historical background and found the exercise enthralling. Angels & Demons follows the above lines. Take a look at the audacity first - a plot that combines the Vatican (in the middle of a Papal election), CERN, and ancient brotherhood helped by a modern-day terrorist, a Harvard professor, anti-matter! I don't recall ever seeing a plotline with such a combination of ancient history, religious cults, religion, particle physics and killing! Picture a juggler managing about 10 different balls at the same time and you get an idea of it all. Yet Brown manages to keep the links between the various plotlines almost seamless. I am not going to even try to summarize the storyline - read the editorial summaries for that. Suffice it to say that putting it down before finishing is not an option! I found the book absolutely fascinating. Sure it has weak points : Brown's ability to write about science could do with improvement and some of his concepts (Mach 15 etc) sound implausible. The ending too was just that bit over-cute, almost apocalyptic. Maybe Brown tired, and wanted to solve the whole puzzle in one cataclysmic event or to be fair, perhaps the sheer pace and complexity was just too hard to close out properly. But the good points far outweigh the bad. The history of the Illuminati, the various works of art that play key parts in the story, the dialog between religion and science - all these make this book a great read. Highly recommended.
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Summary: A Captivating, One-Weekend Read
Review: If you like a good thriller, this is the type of of book that you read in the gym, while you dry your hair in the morning, fall alseep reading at 2 a.m., and read at stop lights. I couldn't put it down. The lovable Robert Langdon finds himself caught up in a plot to bring down Catholism. Can I give it more than 5 stars? Give it a read. You certainly won't be disappointed, and its a great lead-in to the infamous Da Vinci Code.
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