| The Lost Symbol (Robert Langdon, No. 3) |  | Author: Dan Brown
Publisher: Doubleday Books
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Edition: First Edition
Pages: 528
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Dimensions (in): 9.4 x 6.4 x 1.6
ISBN: 0385504225
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
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Publication Date: September 15, 2009
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New Novel by Dan Brown, author of Digital Fortress, Da Vinci Code, Angels and Demons, and Breaking Point. Supposedly with content on the Mormons and on Freemasonry! New adventures of Robert Langdon.
Amazon.com Review
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.
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
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 All I can say is Dan Brown is fantastic at pacing... September 7, 2010
Just a casual reader.
I understand the criticism that this book has received, but I found it to be an incredibly engrossing experience. The pacing kept me turning pages into chapters, which is quite the feet, seeing as I'm a medical student, and as such, am not particularly overburdened with excess time. Furthermore, I must say that the plot twist nearly had me drop the book right there in the floor and give a slow clap. It was a very refreshing twist. Reading all the rest of Dan Brown's novels left me with a keen eye as to what the plot twist would be, but I thankfully can say that this one threw me for a loop. That being said, after the plot twist the pacing comes to a screeching halt. The last 50 pages or so literally felt like a chore, I had an obligation to end the book, but it was painfully slow. All in all, putting the negatives aside I still enjoyed myself and don't feel cheated by the experience; therefore, I would definitely recommend this romp through good old American history to any who are familiar with the work of Dan Brown.
 Is this really a Dan Brown novel? September 5, 2010
gburgalum01 (Pittsburgh, PA USA)
There's no simpler way to put this - The Lost Symbol is a book that should be literally lost for all time. The Da Vinci Code (DVC), and the much more fun and interesting Angels and Demons (AD), left me wanting more as i turned page by page to get to the plot climax. With The Lost Symbol, I kept waiting for myself to be put out of agony. While DVC and AD provided a great reward for listening to the musings of Robert Langdon as he went into deep intellectual diatribes on religion and symbolism, there was no such gratification here. Without giving away too much, the revelation of The Lost Symbol itself was more of a "Captain Obvious" moment in which the revealed symbol ended up being something that is really nothing new to readers.
This was such a disappointment, and I can't even fathom how they will make this exciting enough to be a film. This book was painful. Do not expect much enjoyment out of it.
 Love Dan Brown's Books September 5, 2010
Emy Dohner
This book arrived promptly and in great shape. I have not completed reading it, but like all Dan Brown's books, it is intriguing! Anyway, I couldn't wait for this one to come out in paperback and the price was reasonable at Amazon and it qualified for free shipping.
Insightful Third Langdon Novel! September 5, 2010
Scotman (Mt. Shasta, CA)
Yay, I finished The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown!
What a 500 page adventure this was too. Yes, the story is a bit formulaic as it runs about the same as The Da Vinci Code and Angels & Demons: Robert Langdon is called over to some place, goes through some adventure that coincidentally is helped by his extreme knowledge of symbology and occult knowledge; he meets a beautiful but unobtainable woman; and finally we resolve the issues at hand.
I really enjoyed the concept of "Noetic Science" as Brown calls it -- the attempt to marry science and religion as, per the novel, they're attempting the same thing -- the ultimate attainment of Man as god -- "do you not know that ye are gods?"
Peter Solomon, Mason master, brings to the 33rd level a guy plays a pivotal role in Peter's life. In fact, he already had!
As in past Brown novels, the bad guy is truly a nut -- but a nut with an interesting psychosis that actually could achieve his ends. Mal'akh is his name; he had money, power and women of his choice, but relinquished his fortune for the taste of ultimate power. A power that only Robert Langdon could afford him.
Brown ratchets up the action with Peter's scientific sister Katherine, who has a lab that contains the Noetic science stuff. Not really explained is why the vault it is in needs to be in total darkness. And the constant flashbacks which turn into basically lecture notes on Masonic legends was a bit annoying.
The whole CIA angle was well-played, though the unlikeable CIA operative Sato was a bit much. The cigarette-smoking, tough gal who clearly had a problem with making her thoughts known and just like a grouchy parent: "Do as you're told!" No wonder she garnered little cooperation from our crew (at first).
Be that as it may, I really enjoyed the ending of Mal'akh, the discovery of his true identity, the near-death experience of our main character and the final discovery of The Lost Symbol.
Despite what other reviewers say, I liked the cinematic style of the book -- this could easily be made into a film. Tom Hanks, are you available?
Clearly this book will rekindle some interest in the stately buildings of our nation's Capitol area as well as getting readers to check out the Bible in a new and different vision.
Although the weakest of the Langdon trilogy (to me!), it yet was an enjoyable read.
Other Dan Brown Books:
The Da Vinci Code
Angels & Demons (Robert Langdon) (Hardcover)
nothing new September 3, 2010
S. Sanchez (Los Angeles)
if you read da vinci and/or angels / demons than you should expect much of the same. dan brown seems to be a staunch environmentalist based on the amount of recycling he does in his story. i have decided to let the next d.b. book pass me by.
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