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The Lost Symbol

Let’s start with the question every Dan Brown fan wants answered: Is The Lost Symbol as good as The Da Vinci Code? Simply put, yes. Brown has mastered the art of blending nail-biting suspense with random arcana (from pop science to religion), and The Lost Symbol is an enthralling mix. And what a dazzling accomplishment that is, considering that rabid fans and skeptics alike are scrutinizing every word.

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The Lost Symbol begins with an ancient ritual, a shadowy enclave, and of course, a secret. Readers know they are in Dan Brown territory when, by the end of the first chapter, a secret within a secret is revealed. To tell too much would ruin the fun of reading this delicious thriller, so you will find no spoilers here. Suffice it to say that as with many series featuring a recurring character, there is a bit of a formula at work (one that fans will love). Again, brilliant Harvard professor Robert Langdon finds himself in a predicament that requires his vast knowledge of symbology and superior problem-solving skills to save the day. The setting, unlike other Robert Langdon novels, is stateside, and in Brown’s hands Washington D.C. is as fascinating as Paris or Vatican City (note to the D.C. tourism board: get your “Lost Symbol” tour in order). And, as with other Dan Brown books, the pace is relentless, the revelations many, and there is an endless parade of intriguing factoids that will make you feel like you are spending the afternoon with Robert Langdon and the guys from Mythbusters.

Nothing is as it seems in a Robert Langdon novel, and The Lost Symbol itself is no exception–a page-turner to be sure, but Brown also challenges his fans to open their minds to new information. Skeptical? Imagine how many other thrillers would spawn millions of Google searches for noetic science, superstring theory, and Apotheosis of Washington. The Lost Symbol is brain candy of the best sort–just make sure to set aside time to enjoy your meal. –Daphne Durham

Product Details

• Hardcover: 528 pages
• Publisher: Doubleday Books; First Edition edition (September 15, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0385504225
• ISBN-13: 978-0385504225

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Another Great Novel by Dan Brown, October 31, 2009
By Ice_House_OC “Ice_House_OC” (Pittsburgh, PA)
The Lost Symbol is another masterfully written novel by Dan Brown. Not only does it contain all of the suspense, factual reference, and conspiracy theory that one would expect from Dan Brown, but this time he throws in some unusual twists that will prevent you from ever putting it down.

If I had to really nitpick and point out negatives, I would probably say that the story contains a few (a very few) predictable outcomes; Brown’s writing contains the usual editorial errors; and the ending isn’t exactly mind blowing by any means. All in all, however, there are many more positives than negatives, and any reader who enjoys an involved story and an elaborate plot will enjoy reading this book.

Finally! Another story!, October 30, 2009
By Robwood (Virginia Beach, VA)
As a fan of Dan Brown’s I can say that all of his books prior to this one are retellings of the same story. Now with “The Lost Symbol” Brown has actually told another story! Good job, Dan!

I’m not going to make a thorough review here since so many others have already done so, so I’ll just end this by saying that I enjoyed this novel immensely.

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