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iambroam 's review for:
Deception Point
by Dan Brown
This book wasn't as good as Angels and Demons or the Da Vinci Code, but it closely mirrors Dan Brown's well-known style of fast pace and unexpected twists. The protagonist, Rachel Sexton, is not as compelling as Robert Langdon - or maybe her puzzles aren't as compelling. After all, Sexton is a data analyst for the government who pushes scientists to re-examine their conclusions about a recent discovery. While Langdon taps his own knowledge in solving riddles, Sexton plays skeptic. She doesn't lead the chase; she slowly pulls apart assumptions once the first crack shows up. Sexton is painted as the same character as Langdon, but she lacks the character's experience and knowledge to solve the puzzle. It's an OK read, but I wouldn't feel obliged to pick it up if you like his other works. Same story outline, but weaker set-up and structure.