false 4248 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1165403291m/4248.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1165403291s/4248.jpg The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown masterfully concocts an intelligent and lucid thriller that marries the gusto of an international murder mystery with a collection of fascinating esoteria culled from 2,000 years of Western history.

A murder in the silent after-hour halls of the Louvre museum reveals a sinister plot to uncover a secret that has been protected by a clandestine society since the days of Christ. The victim is a high-ranking agent of this ancient society who, in the moments before his death, manages to leave gruesome clues at the scene that only his granddaughter, noted cryptographer Sophie Neveu, and Robert Langdon, a famed symbologist, can untangle. The duo become both suspects and detectives searching for not only Neveu's grandfather's murderer but also the stunning secret of the ages he was charged to protect. Mere steps ahead of the authorities and the deadly competition, the mystery leads Neveu and Langdon on a breathless flight through France, England, and history itself. Brown (Angels and Demons) has created a page-turning thriller that also provides an amazing interpretation of Western history. Brown's hero and heroine embark on a lofty and intriguing exploration of some of Western culture's greatest mysteries--from the nature of the Mona Lisa's smile to the secret of the Holy Grail. Though some will quibble with the veracity of Brown's conjectures, therein lies the fun. The Da Vinci Code is an enthralling read that provides rich food for thought. --Jeremy Pugh

]]> 968 118 2982101 book 2000 The Da Vinci Code total:305893|5:76314|4:97695|3:76632|2:33958|1:21297| 305893 1091445 347892 19133 630 3.57 508932 39070 690065 52663 4248 1400079179 9781400079179 854 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1165403291m/4248.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1165403291s/4248.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4248.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.58 5874 The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown masterfully concocts an intelligent and lucid thriller that marries the gusto of an international murder mystery with a collection of fascinating esoteria culled from 2,000 years of Western history.

A murder in the silent after-hour halls of the Louvre museum reveals a sinister plot to uncover a secret that has been protected by a clandestine society since the days of Christ. The victim is a high-ranking agent of this ancient society who, in the moments before his death, manages to leave gruesome clues at the scene that only his granddaughter, noted cryptographer Sophie Neveu, and Robert Langdon, a famed symbologist, can untangle. The duo become both suspects and detectives searching for not only Neveu's grandfather's murderer but also the stunning secret of the ages he was charged to protect. Mere steps ahead of the authorities and the deadly competition, the mystery leads Neveu and Langdon on a breathless flight through France, England, and history itself. Brown (Angels and Demons) has created a page-turning thriller that also provides an amazing interpretation of Western history. Brown's hero and heroine embark on a lofty and intriguing exploration of some of Western culture's greatest mysteries--from the nature of the Mona Lisa's smile to the secret of the Holy Grail. Though some will quibble with the veracity of Brown's conjectures, therein lies the fun. The Da Vinci Code is an enthralling read that provides rich food for thought. --Jeremy Pugh

]]> 2000 1 355 false Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2004 Thu Apr 12 10:42:02 -0700 2007 Wed Dec 16 17:53:07 -0800 2009
I've read Iain Pear, I heart Foucault's Pendulum, Dashiell Hammett is my hero, Alan M...more...]]> 3181304 198340 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 282558 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 60 false Tue Jul 17 13:37:51 -0700 2007 Thu Dec 17 00:55:34 -0800 2009 more...]]> 3783418 230734 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 32 false Sat Jul 01 00:00:00 -0700 2006 Mon Jul 30 06:59:04 -0700 2007 Thu Dec 17 02:49:22 -0800 2009 more...]]> 765943 62391 85266 0385504209 9780385504201 1126 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/85/266/85266-m-1255630335.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/85/266/85266-s-1255630335.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/85266.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 7391 The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown masterfully concocts an intelligent and lucid thriller that marries the gusto of an international murder mystery with a collection of fascinating esoteria culled from 2,000 years of Western history.

A murder in the silent after-hour halls of the Louvre museum reveals a sinister plot to uncover a secret that has been protected by a clandestine society since the days of Christ. The victim is a high-ranking agent of this ancient society who, in the moments before his death, manages to leave gruesome clues at the scene that only his granddaughter, noted cryptographer Sophie Neveu, and Robert Langdon, a famed symbologist, can untangle. The duo become both suspects and detectives searching for not only Neveu's grandfather's murderer but also the stunning secret of the ages he was charged to protect. Mere steps ahead of the authorities and the deadly competition, the mystery leads Neveu and Langdon on a breathless flight through France, England, and history itself. Brown (Angels and Demons) has created a page-turning thriller that also provides an amazing interpretation of Western history. Brown's hero and heroine embark on a lofty and intriguing exploration of some of Western culture's greatest mysteries--from the nature of the Mona Lisa's smile to the secret of the Holy Grail. Though some will quibble with the veracity of Brown's conjectures, therein lies the fun. The Da Vinci Code is an enthralling read that provides rich food for thought. --Jeremy Pugh

]]> 2000 5 32 false Tue Apr 17 16:23:15 -0700 2007 Wed Dec 16 18:06:46 -0800 2009
I don't care i...more...]]> 5589709 335159 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 23 false Sun Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2006 Mon Sep 03 12:43:47 -0700 2007 Thu Dec 17 08:36:11 -0800 2009
]]> 9224533 625690 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 27 false Sat Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2005 Sat Nov 17 01:23:20 -0800 2007 Sat Nov 17 01:47:37 -0800 2007 more...]]> 1093211 79424 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 18 false Mon May 07 19:55:19 -0700 2007 Wed Dec 16 19:05:16 -0800 2009 more...]]> 1194579 84023 85266 0385504209 9780385504201 1126 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/85/266/85266-m-1255630335.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/85/266/85266-s-1255630335.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/85266.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown masterfully concocts an intelligent and lucid thriller that marries the gusto of an international murder mystery with a collection of fascinating esoteria culled from 2,000 years of Western history.

A murder in the silent after-hour halls of the Louvre museum reveals a sinister plot to uncover a secret that has been protected by a clandestine society since the days of Christ. The victim is a high-ranking agent of this ancient society who, in the moments before his death, manages to leave gruesome clues at the scene that only his granddaughter, noted cryptographer Sophie Neveu, and Robert Langdon, a famed symbologist, can untangle. The duo become both suspects and detectives searching for not only Neveu's grandfather's murderer but also the stunning secret of the ages he was charged to protect. Mere steps ahead of the authorities and the deadly competition, the mystery leads Neveu and Langdon on a breathless flight through France, England, and history itself. Brown (Angels and Demons) has created a page-turning thriller that also provides an amazing interpretation of Western history. Brown's hero and heroine embark on a lofty and intriguing exploration of some of Western culture's greatest mysteries--from the nature of the Mona Lisa's smile to the secret of the Holy Grail. Though some will quibble with the veracity of Brown's conjectures, therein lies the fun. The Da Vinci Code is an enthralling read that provides rich food for thought. --Jeremy Pugh

]]> 2000 1 16 false Sun May 13 19:28:42 -0700 2007 Wed Dec 16 19:23:08 -0800 2009 more...]]> 27337374 1137738 4248 1400079179 9781400079179 854 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1165403291m/4248.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1165403291s/4248.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4248.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown masterfully concocts an intelligent and lucid thriller that marries the gusto of an international murder mystery with a collection of fascinating esoteria culled from 2,000 years of Western history.

A murder in the silent after-hour halls of the Louvre museum reveals a sinister plot to uncover a secret that has been protected by a clandestine society since the days of Christ. The victim is a high-ranking agent of this ancient society who, in the moments before his death, manages to leave gruesome clues at the scene that only his granddaughter, noted cryptographer Sophie Neveu, and Robert Langdon, a famed symbologist, can untangle. The duo become both suspects and detectives searching for not only Neveu's grandfather's murderer but also the stunning secret of the ages he was charged to protect. Mere steps ahead of the authorities and the deadly competition, the mystery leads Neveu and Langdon on a breathless flight through France, England, and history itself. Brown (Angels and Demons) has created a page-turning thriller that also provides an amazing interpretation of Western history. Brown's hero and heroine embark on a lofty and intriguing exploration of some of Western culture's greatest mysteries--from the nature of the Mona Lisa's smile to the secret of the Holy Grail. Though some will quibble with the veracity of Brown's conjectures, therein lies the fun. The Da Vinci Code is an enthralling read that provides rich food for thought. --Jeremy Pugh

]]> 2000 3 23 false Sun May 01 00:00:00 -0700 2005 Tue Jul 15 13:03:42 -0700 2008 Tue Jul 15 13:28:22 -0700 2008 pure entertainment value.

However, Dave Barry's review gets five stars:


`The Da Vinci Code,' cracked
by Dave Barry

I have written a blockbuster novel. My inspiration was The DaVinci Code by Dan Brown, which has sold 253 trillion copies in ha...more...]]> 7937618 557983 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 17 false Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2004 Fri Oct 19 09:27:28 -0700 2007 Fri Oct 19 09:27:28 -0700 2007 I will now proceed to quote from another reviewer, Mer, who has said exactly what I have been saying...more...]]> 10289565 95618 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 13 false Sun Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2006 Tue Dec 11 16:13:49 -0800 2007 Fri Dec 14 17:07:30 -0800 2007
EDIT:
...But not quite as horrible as the idiotic discussion which this review spawned. I hate this book. That is my opinion. Many people share that opinion. I do not c...more...]]> 18675890 1008029 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 15 false Sat Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2005 Wed Mar 26 09:07:21 -0700 2008 Mon Jun 01 05:07:31 -0700 2009 I won't belabor the obvious, as it's been done quite well by other reviewers, but I just couldn't stand not to add my own "hear hear!" to the fray. If you're going to create a character who is an expert, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make sure you check your facts! Whoever ...more...]]> 2420794 155411 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 9 false Tue Jun 26 16:49:44 -0700 2007 Wed Dec 16 22:48:35 -0800 2009
Somehow, Brown managed to "dumbify" everything.

Afterwards I read Eco to wash the taste out of my brain.]]> 2659304 166906 269831 0552149519 9780552149518 353 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-111x148.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-60x80.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/269831.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.40 1616 The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown masterfully concocts an intelligent and lucid thriller that marries the gusto of an international murder mystery with a collection of fascinating esoterica culled from 2,000 years of Western history. A murder in the silent after-hours halls of the Louvre museum reveals a sinister plot to uncover a secret that has been protected by a clandestine society since the days of Christ. The victim is a high-ranking agent of this ancient society who, in the moments before his death, manages to leave gruesome clues at the scene that only his granddaughter, noted cryptographer Sophie Neveu, and Robert Langdon, a famed symbologist, can untangle.

The duo become both suspects and detectives searching not only for Neveu's grandfather's murderer, but also the stunning secret of the ages he was charged to protect. Mere steps ahead of the authorities and the deadly competition, the mystery leads Neveu and Langdon on a breathless flight through France, England and history itself. Brown has created a page-turning thriller that also provides an amazing interpretation of Western history. Brown's hero and heroine embark on a lofty and intriguing exploration of some of Western culture's greatest mysteries--from the nature of the Mona Lisa's smile to the secret of the Holy Grail. Though some will quibble with the veracity of Brown's conjectures, therein lies the fun. The Da Vinci Code is an enthralling read that provides rich food for thought. --Jeremy Pugh, Amazon.com

]]> 2000 2 8 false Tue Jul 03 03:01:37 -0700 2007 Tue Jul 03 03:16:14 -0700 2007

Ok, having accomplished that, let's dole out some compliment...more...]]> 846566 26737 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 3 8 false Mon Apr 23 12:58:30 -0700 2007 Wed Dec 16 18:21:13 -0800 2009
it surprises me that the movie version was so dull, having such a simple adapted screenplay to write. this book reads like a blockbuster looks. and i will admit that i totally loved it while i was reading and forgot it promptly afte...more...]]> 4561201 279941 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 7 false Thu Jul 01 00:00:00 -0700 2004 Tue Aug 14 18:44:14 -0700 2007 Thu Dec 17 05:15:06 -0800 2009 more...]]> 2917483 182835 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 7 false Sat Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2005 Tue Jul 10 15:14:16 -0700 2007 Thu Dec 17 00:11:39 -0800 2009 more...]]> 555268 48498 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 7 false Sat Jul 01 00:00:00 -0700 2006 Tue Apr 03 15:27:46 -0700 2007 Wed Dec 16 17:28:59 -0800 2009 more...]]> 23726654 1213541 968 0307277674 9780307277671 15138 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-m-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/books/96/968/968-s-1255581720.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/968.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 An ingenious code hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci. A desperate race through the cathedrals and castles of Europe. An astonishing truth concealed for centuries . . . unveiled at last.

While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, his body covered in baffling symbols. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist Sophie Neveu sort through the bizarre riddles, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci—clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Even more startling, the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion—a secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci—and he guarded a breathtaking historical secret. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle—while avoiding the faceless adversary who shadows their every move—the explosive, ancient truth will be lost forever.]]> 2000 1 10 false Wed Jun 04 18:25:30 -0700 2008 Tue Jun 10 09:42:00 -0700 2008 16111782 107301 4248 1400079179 9781400079179 854 <![CDATA[The Da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1165403291m/4248.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1165403291s/4248.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4248.The_Da_Vinci_Code 3.57 305893 The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown masterfully concocts an intelligent and lucid thriller that marries the gusto of an international murder mystery with a collection of fascinating esoteria culled from 2,000 years of Western history.

A murder in the silent after-hour halls of the Louvre museum reveals a sinister plot to uncover a secret that has been protected by a clandestine society since the days of Christ. The victim is a high-ranking agent of this ancient society who, in the moments before his death, manages to leave gruesome clues at the scene that only his granddaughter, noted cryptographer Sophie Neveu, and Robert Langdon, a famed symbologist, can untangle. The duo become both suspects and detectives searching for not only Neveu's grandfather's murderer but also the stunning secret of the ages he was charged to protect. Mere steps ahead of the authorities and the deadly competition, the mystery leads Neveu and Langdon on a breathless flight through France, England, and history itself. Brown (Angels and Demons) has created a page-turning thriller that also provides an amazing interpretation of Western history. Brown's hero and heroine embark on a lofty and intriguing exploration of some of Western culture's greatest mysteries--from the nature of the Mona Lisa's smile to the secret of the Holy Grail. Though some will quibble with the veracity of Brown's conjectures, therein lies the fun. The Da Vinci Code is an enthralling read that provides rich food for thought. --Jeremy Pugh

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