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Dan Brown's best-selling novel, "The Da Vinci Code," has sold over 85 million copies. The work catapulted the author into a truly stratospheric level in the book publishing world. He has become so popular an author that his book, "The Lost Symbol", sold over one million copies in the first 24 hours it hit the streets.
"The Lost Symbol" follows a Harvard scholar named Robert Langdon. He receives a cryptic invitation to the nation's Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. Awaiting him in the middle of the rotunda is a severed hand bearing strange tattoos, and a finger pointing toward the inner dome of the building.
The novel follows Langdon as he becomes increasingly more entrenched in trying to solve Masonic codes, symbols and various clues in order to avert some kind of terrorist trigger or what the novel calls "a national security crisis of unimaginable proportions."
Even though the novel's narrative covers one 24-hour period, escalating action, adventure and suspense hold listeners captive throughout what seems like a much longer span of time. The novel is set among and within buildings such as the Capitol Building, a Masonic temple, National Archives, The Library of Congress and the Washington Monument.
Brown does not disappoint his millions of fans. He gives them the ancient portals, the cryptic symbols, and codes set in art masterpieces as well as in architectural landmarks of a great and beautiful city. Instead of Rome or Paris, this time he makes them on a grotesque tour of a more familiar city, Washington, D.C., from an entirely new perspective. Those who know the city may never see it again in the same way.
Dan Brown grew up in Exeter, New Hampshire, the son of a mathematics professor and a church organist. He developed a strong interest in science and religion and brings all these elements together in his novels. He is best known for writing thriller fiction and among his works are "Digital Fortress," "Angels and Demons," "Deception Point," and "The Da Vinci Code."
"I really enjoyed this book. Lots of twists and turns and excitement. Dan Brown sure can write! He does his research and communicates it well. I would recommend this book and if you have the time, the guy who reads it from "Books on Tape" is really good. It's a great listen in your car :]"
— Christy (5 out of 5 stars)
Publisher Summary
#1 WORLDWIDE BESTSELLER • An intelligent, lightning-paced thriller set within the hidden chambers, tunnels, and temples of Washington, D.C., with surprises at every turn. “Impossible to put down.... Another mind-blowing Robert Langdon story.” —The New York Times Famed Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon answers an unexpected summons to appear at the U.S. Capitol Building. His plans are interrupted when a disturbing object—artfully encoded with five symbols—is discovered in the building. Langdon recognizes in the find an ancient invitation into a lost world of esoteric, potentially dangerous wisdom. When his mentor Peter Solomon—a long-standing Mason and beloved philanthropist—is kidnapped, Langdon realizes that the only way to save Solomon is to accept the mystical invitation and plunge headlong into a clandestine world of Masonic secrets, hidden history, and one inconceivable truth ... all under the watchful eye of Dan Brown's most terrifying villain to date.
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" A very good and suspenseful book! I really enjoyed it. I know others have criticized this book but I believed it to be a good read. If you Dan Brown's other books than I recommend this book to. I enjoyed it. "
— ltuller@comcast.net , 6/28/2022 -
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Carlos Migueis, 2/3/2020
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" I ran through the first two titles quickly and with absorbed interest, but found myself easily distracted once I’d gotten about 2/3 through this book. The story labors along, the information is compelling as I expect from a Brown title, but it’s almost too peripheral to the storyline. Even though I started out not loving Paul Michael’s style, I guess it must have grown on me. One giant annoyance was the use of “disorientated,” which sounds asinine. Disoriented, please, editors and authors, you ought to know better. "
— Barb, 6/9/2018 -
" I also like Dan Brown. His writing style always takes me on an adventure with twists and turns; some that I see and some that are a complete surprise. This book do not disappoint, Robert once again is on the run solving mysteries. "
— Jennifer, 2/19/2014 -
" It was okay, got a bit boring in the middle but the ending was great. I prefer Angels & Demons, though. "
— Farwa, 2/18/2014 -
" I love Dan Brown's books, and I think this is the best yet. Exciting, suspenseful, enigmatic, and kinda crazy, as all of his books are, but in a rather believable way -- I really enjoyed it and it was definitely a page-turner! "
— Linda, 2/13/2014 -
" This author has such a way of pulling you into the story and capitivating you by the subject line and characters. Great historical details. "
— Betsy, 2/10/2014 -
" This book was amazing i loved it, the mystery behind the deaths, the mystery of whom the killer actually was, the suspense scenes actually made me stop reading for a bit to make sure that i wasn't being watched, in the end i loved the plot of the book and the twists and turn in the end. "
— Carlos, 2/9/2014 -
" Well, it's an entertaining story. I always like the way Dan Brown uses historical facts in his fiction, but this time I think he laboured the point with too much repetition of the main message, which slowed the pace of the book and came across as a bit preachy. "
— Laura, 1/31/2014 -
" Not my kind of plot... "
— Taisa, 1/8/2014 -
" Could not get through it. "
— Jan, 12/26/2013 -
" All of Dan Brown's books are fascinating. I can't wait til the next one. "
— Mary, 12/18/2013 -
" Easily the best of Dan Brown's books, I enjoyed the theme and plot of the book, and formed some interesting ideas of my own from the message at the end. "
— Jim, 12/17/2013 -
" this is my first dan brown book..its just awesome :) next time i really got to update a lot of info before reading one of his books.. Simply he is a genius :) "
— Abinayaa, 12/9/2013 -
" very similar plotline to browns previous books that appear to result in struggling with making mysteries within the usa side of the world. "
— Daniel, 9/14/2013 -
" Not as good as the first two-too much research here-felt like a religion/masonic lecture in places "
— Gwenno, 9/6/2013 -
" A good read if you are uninitiated to Dan Brown's world. Otherwise, not up to the standards set by Da Vinci Code and Angels & Demons. "
— Ankita, 8/23/2013 -
" One of the BEST books I've read!! "
— Jeremiah, 3/21/2013 -
" I enjoyed reading this, mostly for the concepts described--certainly not for the characters or writing. "
— Marilyn, 3/7/2013 -
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dzyner, 1/2/2013
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" Thoroughly enjoyed the book. Connected with the book on do many levels. Was a Mason, been to DC and have studied so much about American history, really enjoyed the book. "
— Gary, 12/23/2012 -
" Didn't grab me as much as previous two Robert Langdon novels but still very good "
— Tina, 5/20/2012 -
" I enjoyed this book and gives me a new list of places to visit in Washington DC. "
— Paul, 3/31/2012 -
" The book was engaging until the very end. Thanks Mou for sharing :) "
— Ashish, 3/13/2012 -
" great book by Dan and his imagination........ "
— Farshad, 3/8/2012 -
" I like all of Dan Browns stories. It's a thriller. "
— Donna, 11/10/2011 -
" By far my favorite book by Dan Brown. You will have to read Angels and Demons first then the Da Vinci Code then this one. It is hard to put it down once you start. "
— Kristen, 8/24/2011 -
" The book was good but it was my least favorite of the trilogy. This one just got a "little out there" for me. Dont get me wrong, though, these books are fast reads as you just have to keep the reading the next chapter to find out what happens. "
— Teri, 8/2/2011 -
" It was terrible. I don't know why I bothered with it, other than a severe lapse of judgement and a feeling that I clearly have too much time on my hands. "
— Aaron, 6/29/2011 -
" left my copy in a plane on penultimate chapter, d..n "
— Piotr, 6/28/2011 -
" Not my favorite - but still definately worth the read. "
— Ryans, 6/28/2011 -
" Some people get all up in arms over Dan Brown's style, but I actually like the way that he uses fact with his fiction to get you thinking. It kept my interest throughout and kept me guessing. "
— David, 6/27/2011 -
" If you love Dan Brown you will love this book. If you can't turn a blind eye to his weaknesses then you will not be happy. <br/> <br/>The puzzle is the thing but the rest is formula. <br/> <br/>I don't think he plays fair with the facts of puzzle. "
— David, 6/27/2011 -
" Great read. One of my favorites. Can't wait until the movie comes out. "
— Angie, 6/27/2011 -
" The best of the Langdon books. Could NOT put it down. Difficult to stay awake at work when you've been up all night reading. "
— BarbaraK, 6/27/2011 -
" A very captivating summer read: inspiring and entertaining. Dan Brown delivers a page turner as usual, although at times the plot is a bit flimsy. "
— Thoraia, 6/26/2011 -
" Pretty good book. Kept me wanting to read it. Not a fan of Dan Brown as far as spiritual beliefs but he definitely can keep your attention in a book. "
— Jody, 6/25/2011 -
" Formulaic. Not as interesting as the previous one. "
— Judith, 6/24/2011 -
" So over-rated and such an anti-climax! "
— Charlotte, 6/24/2011 -
" This isn't usually my preferred sort of genre, but I ended up quite liking it. Okay, so at times it could be a little slow, but once the plot picked up pace it was pretty good. "
— Gemma, 6/24/2011 -
" Got this for the plane ride to DC. Not quite finished. Definately his worst book yet. Reads like an episode of "24." He should have researched Freemsonry better, he's a bit off in some of the language. "
— John, 6/23/2011 -
" Brown was really reaching with this one. Nowhere near as good as the other two. "
— Hilandmum, 6/23/2011
About Dan Brown
Dan Brown is the author of numerous #1 bestselling novels, including The Da Vinci Code, which has become one of the bestselling novels of all time. Brown’s novels have been published in fifty-two countries with 200 million copies in print. Brown was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2005. The Da Vinci Code was made into a major motion picture in 2006; it was the second highest grossing film of the year. A film adaptation of Angels & Demons was released in 2009, and an adaptation of a third novel, The Lost Symbol, is set to release in 2012. A graduate of Amherst College, Brown lives in New England with his wife.
About Paul Michael
Paul Michael, winner of several Earphones Awards, has also won the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. He has acted on stage, radio, television, and in feature films in Canada, Great Britain, and the United States. He has had leading roles in series and made-for-television movies and has guest starred in such series as VIP and Alias. He has been nominated for a Canadian Emmy and has recorded over 150 audiobooks, including the international bestseller The Da Vinci Code.