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njtigers's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
braedenaddison's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
inspiring
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
YES. Langdon does it again. Considering all of these books are kind of the same story, they are page turners regardless. Brown does a great job of teasing the reader to keep going. The history, art, architecture, and religion discussed in these books are so fun and they way he incorporates those “academic” content into the plot. **Spoiler** the double twist at the end is awesome. So great. One I called early on but the second one blew my mind. Thank you Dan Brown.
ebraam's review against another edition
4.0
Of coarse Dan Brown is highly predictable and follows the same formula every time - but this was also really entertaining. I love that Brown always dives into history and that anything he talks about you can look up and see that it's a real building/ organization/ movement: I genuinely learn a lot while reading these books.
I also like that Brown always touches on important and current world topics... Origin deals with science vs. religion and their ever changing relationship. To be honest, I felt the element of mystery in this book took more of a back seat then in previous books (and maybe that's because I know Robert Langdon and his beautiful accomplice will ultimately solve the case and come out unscathed) but still an enticing read.
Merged review:
Of coarse Dan Brown is highly predictable and follows the same formula every time - but this was also really entertaining. I love that Brown always dives into history and that anything he talks about you can look up and see that it's a real building/ organization/ movement: I genuinely learn a lot while reading these books.
I also like that Brown always touches on important and current world topics... Origin deals with science vs. religion and their ever changing relationship. To be honest, I felt the element of mystery in this book took more of a back seat then in previous books (and maybe that's because I know Robert Langdon and his beautiful accomplice will ultimately solve the case and come out unscathed) but still an enticing read.
I also like that Brown always touches on important and current world topics... Origin deals with science vs. religion and their ever changing relationship. To be honest, I felt the element of mystery in this book took more of a back seat then in previous books (and maybe that's because I know Robert Langdon and his beautiful accomplice will ultimately solve the case and come out unscathed) but still an enticing read.
Merged review:
Of coarse Dan Brown is highly predictable and follows the same formula every time - but this was also really entertaining. I love that Brown always dives into history and that anything he talks about you can look up and see that it's a real building/ organization/ movement: I genuinely learn a lot while reading these books.
I also like that Brown always touches on important and current world topics... Origin deals with science vs. religion and their ever changing relationship. To be honest, I felt the element of mystery in this book took more of a back seat then in previous books (and maybe that's because I know Robert Langdon and his beautiful accomplice will ultimately solve the case and come out unscathed) but still an enticing read.
sketchthat's review against another edition
2.0
Couldn't finish the book. After getting around 1/4 way through and reading my second paragraph of product placement in the book - this time for Uber - I had to put it down. It kills the story.
samcurler13's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
lexlux's review against another edition
5.0
Is full of unforeseen twists and turns. Was a little disappointed with the final reveal, but the book had yet another surprise in store for me.
Dan Brown is truly a master of his craft. Just like Robert Langdon. ♥️
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Is full of unforeseen twists and turns. Was a little disappointed with the final reveal, but the book had yet another surprise in store for me.
Dan Brown is truly a master of his craft. Just like Robert Langdon. ♥️
Dan Brown is truly a master of his craft. Just like Robert Langdon. ♥️
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Is full of unforeseen twists and turns. Was a little disappointed with the final reveal, but the book had yet another surprise in store for me.
Dan Brown is truly a master of his craft. Just like Robert Langdon. ♥️
schumachr's review against another edition
i think i tried this one because i read the rest of the series, but i just can’t do it. i didn’t get far enough in to decide if this was “good” or not, but i’m done with robert langdon and i don’t need to read this one at all
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i think i tried this one because i read the rest of the series, but i just can’t do it. i didn’t get far enough in to decide if this was “good” or not, but i’m done with robert langdon and i don’t need to read this one at all
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i think i tried this one because i read the rest of the series, but i just can’t do it. i didn’t get far enough in to decide if this was “good” or not, but i’m done with robert langdon and i don’t need to read this one at all
manhattanmike's review against another edition
1.0
Strangely Dan Brown seems to get worse as a writer with each book. I liked his earlier work which, whilst not going to win literary prizes, were great storytelling. The clunky prose in this should have been edited out; there are enough editors credited in the acknowledgments that one of them could have done it. It jolts you out of the story and spoils the read.
That’s the worst part of this novel. The best parts are what you expect from a Langdon/Brown book. Thrilling plot, conspiracy theories swirling around, and pacy writing. Some nonsense, though not as stand out silly as the Pope jumping out of a helicopter; but you forgive Dan Brown for these as he writes entertaining ‘page turners’.
Not as enjoyable as his previous books though, due solely to the frequent, awkward turns of phrase.
Merged review:
Strangely Dan Brown seems to get worse as a writer with each book. I liked his earlier work which, whilst not going to win literary prizes, were great storytelling. The clunky prose in this should have been edited out; there are enough editors credited in the acknowledgments that one of them could have done it. It jolts you out of the story and spoils the read.
That’s the worst part of this novel. The best parts are what you expect from a Langdon/Brown book. Thrilling plot, conspiracy theories swirling around, and pacy writing. Some nonsense, though not as stand out silly as the Pope jumping out of a helicopter; but you forgive Dan Brown for these as he writes entertaining ‘page turners’.
Not as enjoyable as his previous books though, due solely to the frequent, awkward turns of phrase.
Merged review:
Strangely Dan Brown seems to get worse as a writer with each book. I liked his earlier work which, whilst not going to win literary prizes, were great storytelling. The clunky prose in this should have been edited out; there are enough editors credited in the acknowledgments that one of them could have done it. It jolts you out of the story and spoils the read.
That’s the worst part of this novel. The best parts are what you expect from a Langdon/Brown book. Thrilling plot, conspiracy theories swirling around, and pacy writing. Some nonsense, though not as stand out silly as the Pope jumping out of a helicopter; but you forgive Dan Brown for these as he writes entertaining ‘page turners’.
Not as enjoyable as his previous books though, due solely to the frequent, awkward turns of phrase.
That’s the worst part of this novel. The best parts are what you expect from a Langdon/Brown book. Thrilling plot, conspiracy theories swirling around, and pacy writing. Some nonsense, though not as stand out silly as the Pope jumping out of a helicopter; but you forgive Dan Brown for these as he writes entertaining ‘page turners’.
Not as enjoyable as his previous books though, due solely to the frequent, awkward turns of phrase.
Merged review:
Strangely Dan Brown seems to get worse as a writer with each book. I liked his earlier work which, whilst not going to win literary prizes, were great storytelling. The clunky prose in this should have been edited out; there are enough editors credited in the acknowledgments that one of them could have done it. It jolts you out of the story and spoils the read.
That’s the worst part of this novel. The best parts are what you expect from a Langdon/Brown book. Thrilling plot, conspiracy theories swirling around, and pacy writing. Some nonsense, though not as stand out silly as the Pope jumping out of a helicopter; but you forgive Dan Brown for these as he writes entertaining ‘page turners’.
Not as enjoyable as his previous books though, due solely to the frequent, awkward turns of phrase.
Merged review:
Strangely Dan Brown seems to get worse as a writer with each book. I liked his earlier work which, whilst not going to win literary prizes, were great storytelling. The clunky prose in this should have been edited out; there are enough editors credited in the acknowledgments that one of them could have done it. It jolts you out of the story and spoils the read.
That’s the worst part of this novel. The best parts are what you expect from a Langdon/Brown book. Thrilling plot, conspiracy theories swirling around, and pacy writing. Some nonsense, though not as stand out silly as the Pope jumping out of a helicopter; but you forgive Dan Brown for these as he writes entertaining ‘page turners’.
Not as enjoyable as his previous books though, due solely to the frequent, awkward turns of phrase.
joanna1905's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed this newest installment in the Robert Langdon series!!
I must admit I got a bit lost at times with all the science talk but I think after a few re-reads it will become clearer.
I wasn't completely surprised by the ending, I had long suspected Winston had some kind of involvement, however, I didn't anticipate that he was the regent.
I also think the big reveal of the scientific discovery was a bit underwhelming, it was built up so much but then it was kind of just 'oh humans will merge with technology' which I feel like is kind of a given and not very surprised.
The one thing I was VERY surprised and pleased about was that The King and the bishop had been in a secret relationship for years. It was so unexpected but fit perfectly, and it was cool for Brown to include some nonstraight characters. I'd love to see more of that from him in the future!!
Overall, this probably is my least favorite in the series however that isn't because there is anything bad about this book. I just enjoyed the stories better in the first four! But nonetheless, this is another great book from Brown and I look forward to reading his future works!
I must admit I got a bit lost at times with all the science talk but I think after a few re-reads it will become clearer.
I wasn't completely surprised by the ending, I had long suspected Winston had some kind of involvement, however, I didn't anticipate that he was the regent.
I also think the big reveal of the scientific discovery was a bit underwhelming, it was built up so much but then it was kind of just 'oh humans will merge with technology' which I feel like is kind of a given and not very surprised.
The one thing I was VERY surprised and pleased about was that The King and the bishop had been in a secret relationship for years. It was so unexpected but fit perfectly, and it was cool for Brown to include some nonstraight characters. I'd love to see more of that from him in the future!!
Overall, this probably is my least favorite in the series however that isn't because there is anything bad about this book. I just enjoyed the stories better in the first four! But nonetheless, this is another great book from Brown and I look forward to reading his future works!