The Lost Symbol

De: Dan Brown

Narrado por: Paul Michael

#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.

©2009 Dan Brown (P)2009 Random House Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

"[I]mpossible to put down....Mr. Brown was writing sensational visual scenarios long before his books became movie material. This time he again enlivens his story with amazing imagery....Thanks to him, picture postcards of the capital's most famous monuments will never be the same....In the end it is Mr. Brown's sweet optimism, even more than Langdon's sleuthing and explicating, that may amaze his readers most." ( The New York Times)
"Thrilling, entertaining....Robert Langdon goes for another roller-coaster ride - this time in a hunt for a Masonic treasure in Washington, D.C." ( Los Angeles Times)

In love with books again

I havent enjoyed a good book in quite a long time. I grabbed this just because it was on the Best Seller list. I had never read or watched the Davinci Code. I LOVED this book and I love Robert Langdon. I love the symbolism mixed with religion and Masonry. Since reading this book I went back and grabbed Angels n Demons which I enjoyed equally. Davinci Code and me have a date next weekend while on family vacation. I find the books very easy to read, without too much filler. I personally can live without the few times where Dan Brown crosses reality over to futuristic transportaion, fuels and weapons. I much prefer stories that teeter right on the edge of reality making me question the fine line of what is believeable. Overall though... a great book. PC

Excellent!

This was a great book. Very fast paced and full of interesting information. I thought that the first book would be a really hard book to top, but it really did a good job in following up the Di Vinci Code.

Just what should be expected from Dan Brown

This is just as entertaining as Dan Brown's other books. The scenario is typical of his writing.

Dan Brown has done it again.

AWESOME! Nothing else to say more words would take away from the meaning of AWESOME.

Fascinating book, Truly enjoyed.

Several people said the book was too long, I totally disagree. I truly enjoyed the level of detail and research that went into the book. The story was fascinating and the mix of science, technology and mysticism was amazing. Don't shy away due to the length; the story is captivating. I think I'd give Angels and Demons the edge over the Lost Symbol, but this was better than DaVinci Code.

enjoyable

Would you listen to The Lost Symbol again? Why?

enjoyable but the same story more or less as the rest of his books

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

it would be better if it was the first dan brown book I had read

What about Paul Michael’s performance did you like?

yes

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

no

Any additional comments?

I like his stories both they fallow the same format down to the twists and turns.

Good story, philosphical diatribe

As usual, Dan Brown tells a great story. HOwever, more than any of his other books, this one is heavily laden with personal philosphy about how the world should be, how we should act, etc. IMHO, it really detracted from the story and made the book way longer than it needed to be

Does Not Live Up To Hype

Have read and/or listen to A&D and the DC and this one for sure does not compare with the other 2. If you were really looking to get another book but are trying to deside if you should get this one ... get the other book

Spectacular story

Spectacular story, well researched and written by D. Brown. The characters Colorful as always and the text provides a plethora of historical and scientific references that makes the story interesting, exciting, educational and full of scientific and spiritual insights.

Great book

This book carries on the saga of Dr. Robert Langon and his adventures in Washington, D.C. The book is a good listen but towards the end there is about one hour of story that doesn't have much bearing on the rest of the book. The performance was outstanding and it was greatly enjoyed.