Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rishanthi from
Awesome read!
I pre-ordered this book and it was well worth it! I didn't want to put it down and finished the entire book in 4 days. This book was just as captivating as all other Dan Brown books. Also technology was big factor in this book so I felt like it was like a sci-fi as well.
Date published: 2019-01-14
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Kyle from
Good, not great.
Dan Brown is one of my go to authors, as his style of fiction, lined with real life art, places, and historical facts has always interested me. Which includes this book, although aside from the little interesting facts scattered throughout the book, the story line is a bit bland. The premise of Where did life come from and where are we going is very intriguing and really got me excited. The Robert Langdon storyline has come full circle, and is now same story, different location. I had a hard time putting down the previous Dan Brown books, but this book had me losing interest after a few pages. His writing style is still great, but the Robert Langdon aspect has exhausted me after this one. Same old Robert, finds clues, girl finds him handsome and has some underlying attraction to one another, and they solve the mystery.
Good book, as all Dan Brown books are, but this one was not great like his previous books have been.
Date published: 2018-12-29
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Patrick from
Disappointed
Certainly not one of his best books. The storyline is very stretched and thus very thin. Not much suspense built and none delivered. Has the author become unimaginative. Hope not.
Date published: 2018-09-03
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Athena from
A Repeat Really
It seems with the Robert Langdon series, Dan Brown is repeating himself now. It's the usual Langdon falls into a problem, Langdon gets a series of symbols and clues to solve, Langdon solves said symbols and clues, Langdon uncovers something earth-shattering from said symbols and clues, Langdon decides not to reveal said earth-shattering something, and Langdon goes home. Please come up with something different Mr. Brown. The only thing I rather enjoyed about this book was the inclusion of science making it almost like a sci-fi novel.
Date published: 2018-08-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Guylou from
Another great Robert Langdon book
Dan Brown delivered another fantabulous book with one of my favourite characters: Robert Langdon. Origin is the fifth book in the series. I absolutely love how Dan Brown takes you on thrilling adventures happening at so many places and how he brings history and science to life. Hurry up and make the movie already! I can't wait to see this one on the silver screen.
Date published: 2018-08-24
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Darth_Indurate from
Not much of a revelation
Hard to top the DaVinci Code, but Dan Brown does keep trying. He brings back Professor Robert Langdon and puts him in another race to find a secret that could change the world. Unlike its predecessor, DaVinci Code, this book lacks the incredulous twist and the attempted extra "wow" at the end was predictable and expected. Langdon's quest also lacked the many clues and symbols from previous works, and the book was 2/3 complete by the time he and this novel's femme du jour, Andra Vidal, figured out the password to unlocking the treasure, a presentation confirming the age old question of where we come from. There was just too much background story. Not a terrible read, but there was lots I could skip over without missing anything of great importance to the main plot.
Date published: 2018-08-23
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Piper from
Intellectually stimulating!
Dan Brown never seems to disappoint; a gripping novel from page one right through the end. If you are interested in humanity, science and art; this is the perfect novel which marries all of these nuances.
Date published: 2018-08-18
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Sara from
Great read
Although it is not my favourite Dan Brown book, it was still a great and interesting read full of action, suspense and mystery.
Date published: 2018-08-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Tanya from
Loved it
Very well written, I love the history he brought to this book and the suspense.
Date published: 2018-07-31
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Holly from
A New Favorite
This novel quickly became my favorite from Dan Brown; and one of my favorites in general. Dan Brown is next to none when it comes to integrating real life into his novels, and this novel is no exception. It's so well written, it's almost as if it was telling a story as it was happening in real time. It's hard to really review this book without giving away anything, but I will say... this is a novel that could be good for everyone - because everyone can take something different and meaningful away from it, in their own interpretation of the underlying importance and message. The whole way through, I found myself constantly checking my phone for key research points and artwork - which is one thing I love about reading Dan Brown novels. If I could give ten stars, I would, but alas five will have to suffice!
Date published: 2018-07-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JoSo from
Always a fantastic read
I am a huge fan of Dan Brown's works. Love the use of art history, architecture, iconography, character description, destinations and adventure packed into all is works. Can not get enough! Now that i have finished this novel... i need more Dan Brown!
Date published: 2018-07-20
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Yvonne from
Not my favourite
Giving it three stars because it was a good read but, in my opinion, not comparable to his previous novels. I found the build up a bit too over the top for a climax that didn't deliver. Still an enjoyable journey, however...
Date published: 2018-07-12
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Byron from
I Liked it!
I didn't enjoy the previous one (Inferno) compared to the earlier novels but this one is great! I liked learning about Spain's History. #Plumreview
Date published: 2018-07-05
Rated 2 out of
5
by
BritishZoe from
Unimpressed
Brown's newest Robert Langdon novel reads as if the author expects it to become a movie. Lacking is all the history and intrigue which made his previous books such great reads. For the first hundred pages of the book nothing happens, there is a fair bit of setup and minutia, but the adventure doesn't actually begin until the second half - and even then it's disappointing.
If you've never read a Dan Brown book, start with any of the others first.
Date published: 2018-06-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lupo from
Great book!!
Just like i expected - not disappointed at all as we live trough another Robert Langdon adventure.
Absolutely love the symbology and twists to the story!
Date published: 2018-06-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jamie from
LOVED THIS!
I could not put this book down! Kept me guessing and had me shocked by the end! In true Dan Brown fashion, he manages to open our imaginations and take us along for the ride!
Date published: 2018-06-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Tanya_Pesklevy from
Compelling
It's an interesting look at the world of artificial intelligence. It has all the same ingredients as his other Robert Langdon books. A clever use of symbols and a meshing of two fields of study that are known to clash: science and religion. I found the ending not as tedious as the previous book. It's as fast paced as all the others. A very good read overall.
Date published: 2018-05-28
Rated 4 out of
5
by
CrosswordFan from
Great read
Same formula as the others in the series but a great read nevertheless. I love the short chapters. Keeps you guessing and easy to get through while on vacation.
Date published: 2018-05-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mina from
Dan Brown does it again...
This book is fantastic, thriller and mysterious. Loved reading it
Date published: 2018-05-10
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Sharon from
Another great read from Dan Brown
I read this book in 2 days. I always try to figure out the ending and I couldn't figure out what where humanity was heading and when I got to the end it seemed so obvious. Also, I love to travel and I always enjoy how Dan Brown includes a lot of "off the beaten track" tourist locations (many that I have been to) which really adds to the book. Very interesting read.
Date published: 2018-05-07
Rated 2 out of
5
by
ENCE from
There was potential.
The story line had a lot of potential. The way Brown was building up the mystery, it really got your hopes up. But what a shit ending. He had such a good story line, he could have done so much with it but the ending and what the mystery turned out to be was just dumb and ridiculous. The series should have just stopped at Angels and Demons.
Date published: 2018-04-27
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Sunshine from
Gosh it can't get better than this!
I bought this book when it came out, I read it in one day, a page turner!
Date published: 2018-04-22
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Ruby from
I see another movie in the mix
Excellent , well done again, another great read from Dan Brown, I can see another movie coming soon
Date published: 2018-04-08
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Melissa from
Another good read
I must say I was a little let down by Brown's last 2 releases (Inferno and The Lost Symbol), but being a fan of this genre of novel (historical, science, religion, culture all in one) and his other novels, I picked this one up. It took a couple of chapters to get set everything up and get the action moving, but once it did I was not disappointed.
As it progressed it definitely had me thinking about the issues being presented and my own standpoints. Also how our society and world is so inundated with technology and its advantages and drawbacks.
Date published: 2018-04-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Nancy from
Suspensful
Really enjoyed this Dan Brown, hope it is produced into a movie also.
Date published: 2018-04-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Emily from
Dan Brown Origin
I actually enjoyed this more than I thought I would
Date published: 2018-03-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Emily from
Dan Brown Origin
I actually enjoyed this more than I thought I would
Date published: 2018-03-30
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Nettie from
Expected more from the book
I enjoyed all the other Dan Brown books, but this one felt drawn out. It feels like it could have been 100 pages lighter or a lot more references from artwork, architecture, etc. could have been used, like in the past Landon books.
Date published: 2018-03-29
Rated 4 out of
5
by
AngelaD from
Safe Bet
Another solid effort from Dan Brown in the Robert Langdon series…
Origin features the return of Robert Langdon, symbologist and general know everything kind of guy. Robert’s genius protege Edmund Kirsch is convinced he has uncovered the scientific answers to two questions: Where did we come from? Where are we going? His theory is met with a great deal of fear from religious leaders and violent resistance to his ideas. And of course Robert Langdon finds himself caught in the middle, with a beautiful side kick.
Who is charge of this resistance? Everyone you meet is a suspect. Robert and Ambra are anxious to find a way to release the information Edmund discovered before they are stopped permanently.
Personally, I love all the historic, religious and cultural information that Dan Brown provides. I find it fascinating.
No surprises here, if you are at all a fan of the Da Vinci Code, you will enjoy this one. Perhaps a bit slow moving at the beginning with all the set-up, but the pace picks up nicely as the story goes on.
4 stars.
Date published: 2018-03-20
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Erika from
Origin
Disappointingly I realized who orchestrated part of the plot point about 150 pages from the end of the book, so I was not very shocked and spent the last bit of the book bored.
That being said, I do enjoy Dan Brown and and art and symbols he speaks of in his book, I generally find I learn *something*. Decent story
Date published: 2018-03-14
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Tgirl from
A good read
Dan Brown is always a sure thing when it comes to an entertaining read. As someone who studied art at school, I enjoy his descriptions of art and architecture in his books. I felt like this book took a while to get going, but overall another excellent story.
Date published: 2018-03-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Caramelka from
Amazing
Dan Brown, one of the most interesting books. Story never ends.
Date published: 2018-03-11
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Sammyjoe from
Good read
I enjoyed this book. It was a good read and it kept my attention. You can't go wrong with Dan Brown.
Date published: 2018-03-09
Rated 1 out of
5
by
NightReader from
Disappointed
I bought this as a Christmas present for my partner because he loved "Da Vinci Code" so much, and the store clerk said the book was as good as "Da Vinci Code". My partner read it aloud in the evenings so that we could share in it. Both of us were extremely disappointed. The author puts up a wall between the characters in the story and the audience by not being specific with new information and turns of event. Instead, we were kept guessing and waiting for way too long. We felt ignored. The author also detailed his own knowledge many times (e.g., about Spanish locations), which took us out of the story every time. We did want to finish the story, because we were still waiting for the author's promise of excitement, but the promise wasn't kept. Congrats to Dan Brown for being published again, but I wish I could return the book to Indigo!
Date published: 2018-03-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Carman from
Awesome read
I've always enjoyed dan brown books and this one definitely lives up to his standards. I just hope they don't create a movie based on this as those are never as great as reading the book
Date published: 2018-02-19
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Jennifer from
I wanted to love it...
I started this on a flight. It's perfect airplane reading. Then when I got to my destination, I couldn't tolerate it. Finished it on the flight home. Overly simple and complicated at the same time, this book felt really unfocused and the overall "wait for it" premise that would "change the world" was overblown and somewhat ridiculous. That being said, it's a good read in the right setting.
Date published: 2018-02-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Leanne from
Perfect Addition
I am obsessed with the Langdon series and this one didn't disappoint. I was able to read it in 5 days and have recommended it to quite a few friends.
Date published: 2018-02-15
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Yvette from
Excellent
A finely detailed story with excellent character and plot development. A must read.
Date published: 2018-02-13
Rated 3 out of
5
by
HaHa from
Meh... Not his best work
I was very excited to read Origin. It's been awhile since I've read a Dan Brown book. What I do enjoy about Dan Brown books is the amount of research that goes into the details of the book. However, I felt like the book was about 150 pages too long. I agree with some other reviews, that had I spoke (or read) Spanish, I could probably have quickly guessed the email address. That being said, Dan Brown is consistent in his writing, which made me guess who the 'villain' was in the book within the first 100 pages. I wasn't overly surprised by the unfoldings at the end of the book, although I don't quite understand how it fits in with the book.
I would be on the fence about recommending this book to someone else.
Date published: 2018-02-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Diha from
Amazing
Loved it almost as much as other Dan Brown books, great plot #plumreview
Date published: 2018-02-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Becky from
Love it
got it for a great price, and it's a nice looking book. also got delivery very quickly. Looking forward to finishing it!
Date published: 2018-02-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Brit from
Unique Change From Other Langdon Books
Most of the books with Robert Langdon as the main character focus on the symbolism in famous art. This was a unique change of pace with the focus on Spanish history, technological advances, and modern architecture. Overall a really great read that keeps you guessing until the end.
Date published: 2018-01-24
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Jane from
If you've read one,
Then you've read most Dan Brown books. His writing is pretty formulaic, and this book is a great example. It's decent light reading, but I should have saved my money and reread The Lost Symbol or Da Vinci Code.
Was I surprised by the ending? A little bit. But if I spoke Spanish or understood it at all, I probably wouldn't have been.
Date published: 2018-01-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
NatNatbobatbananafannafo from
Great book!
I am new to Dan Brown books and have been devouring them. Origin will definitely keep you glued to it until you're finished the book :)
Date published: 2018-01-23
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Sarah from
couldn't even finish it
i love the odd formulaic novel, but dan brown is going to the next level as far as keeping things predictable. i'd rather re-read some of his other novels, knowing what happens, than waste more time on this mess.
Date published: 2018-01-23
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Allie from
"Origin"al Dan Brown Book
This book was completely different than all of the other Dan Brown books. It is more futuristic and made me uneasy at some points since he writes in a style that seems so realistic to where life seems to be headed. Although it didn't have as twisted as a plot, it is still a great read.
Date published: 2018-01-23
Rated 4 out of
5
by
ah092 from
Great read!
I love all of Dan Brown's books about Robert Langdon, and ORIGIN was a fantastic addition to the storyline! It's not as intense as Da Vinci Code, Angels & Demons and Inferno, but I still loved it and found it very difficult to put down! #plumreview
Date published: 2018-01-20
Rated 3 out of
5
by
karebear851 from
ok
Predictable premise but some good twists & turns
Date published: 2018-01-20
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Christine from
Not up to par
I really enjoyed Dan's other books but I didn't think this lived up to the others.
Love the Robert Langdon character but I didn't feel there were as many twists as in prior books.
Ending was a bit blah for all the build up.
Date published: 2018-01-18
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Loreley from
Highly Entertaining
This was a quick read with many twists. Dan Brown revisits some of his old patterns though and the final chapters become predictable. I still enjoyed it!
Date published: 2018-01-18
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Bennny from
Better than Inferno
Futuristic, with a religious/scientific battle that combines the two making for an excellent story. When will Robert Langdon find a partner or will he go on for ever alone?
Date published: 2018-01-11
Rated 3 out of
5
by
juliag from
ok
Great read very witty and interesting
Date published: 2018-01-11
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Kate from
Good but not his best
I didn't really like this book as much as the other Robert Langdon novels. It felt a little simple in comparison to them, but it was still a pretty decent read and the story wasn't terrible, I just wish there was a little more to it
Date published: 2018-01-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kristin from
Best Yet!
This is Dan Brown's best Robert Landgon book yet. If you like the Da Vinci Code and the Robert Langdon series, you will love this book.
Date published: 2018-01-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Wayne from
Great read
Love the book, highly recommend to a friend!
Date published: 2018-01-06
Rated 2 out of
5
by
mailis from
Not as good a novel as the rest of the series.
On the contrary to its best ones, this book starts with a big promising event and declarations but doesn’t deliver much in the end. The reveal feels flat, if considered a reveal at all.
Always lots to learn from though, just not as jaw dropping of an end as Dan Brown accustomed us to.
Date published: 2018-01-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Charlie from
Loved it :)
I got this for Christmas and started reading it right away. I always really enjoy Dan Brown's books! I especially loved the science discussion/side of this book and immediately pictured Elon Musk as Edmond Kirsch, haha. It was suspenseful enough that it had me simultaneously wanting to read until I figured it out, and wanting to step away for a bit so I didn't find out TOO soon. I've read several reviews where people said it was obvious what was coming at the end, but for me that wasn't true - I had several theories but none of them turned out to be right. It kept me very interested, kept me guessing, and was just fast paced enough... exactly what I want and expect in a Dan Brown book!
Date published: 2018-01-05
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Natassha from
Enjoyable Read
I enjoy Dan Brown's books quite a bit and have read them all. However, it seems the formula is the same so the storyline is somewhat predictable. Would still recommend, it was a fun read!
Date published: 2018-01-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Shelly from
Great
Yet another great installment in the Robert Langdon series. I have never been disappointed with Dan Brown. He manages to make factual world issues and phenomenons work side to side with a fictional, exciting story. It always impresses me that his books story line never really last more than 24 hours and he still manages to fill over 800 pages! Great book
Date published: 2018-01-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Emily from
Very good!
I love Dan Brown novels, so I have been waiting for this book to come out for a while! I love how he intermingles science and religion, explaining how they can work together rather than opposed to one another. The mystery presented at the beginning of this book will have you hooked to the very end!
Date published: 2018-01-03
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Nora from
Fast paced read!
Fast paced but not quite that interesting!
Date published: 2018-01-03
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Tanya from
entertaining
Once again we are taken on a ride of codes and symbolism with Brown's biggest character Robert Langdon.
Date published: 2018-01-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Thadsha from
I loved this!
I bought this a month ago, and I'm so glad I did!
Date published: 2017-12-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Phil from
Exceptional
I couldn't put this down. Once again, modern day religion is questioned with just the right amount of suspense to keep you enthralled no matter your beliefs.
Date published: 2017-12-28
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Yavuz from
Same formula
I enjoy Dan Brown and read all the books since Digital Fortress 1998. My only disappointment is formula for Langdon series have not changed. I was hoping Mr. Brown would change the recipe a bit and create something unexpected. If you have never read any other books than sure! It is an entertaining story and it can make a good movie but if you have read the other books do not expect to be surprised...
Date published: 2017-12-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Thadsha from
I loved this!
I bought this a month ago, and I'm sure glad I did!
Date published: 2017-12-26
Rated 3 out of
5
by
jolieg1 from
ok
I loved it to the ending. The ending was a bit too much, but I have hope that the series will be redeemed
Date published: 2017-12-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mike from
Great book
I thought this was the best book of the group including the da Vinci Code. The plot keeps you interested and makes it difficult to set down. As a side note I'm now extremely interested in visiting Barcelona to see the architecture described in this book.
Date published: 2017-12-20
Rated 4 out of
5
by
KLynn from
Grea read
Great read - I really enjoyed this one. Maybe even more than Inferno. Very interesting.
Date published: 2017-12-20
Rated 4 out of
5
by
John from
good
exciting, just like every other
dan brown novels
Date published: 2017-12-17
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Erin from
A Slightly Diffferen Langdon
As always I am so happy to see Dan Brown back on the shelves. I read this right away and was very pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed this much more than Inferno. And as this could have easily taken a darker tone the approach was really interesting.
This also had a different Langdon approach than I feel I am used to. There were some clues to solve, but the story didn't lean on them as much as they had in the past. Switching it up ever so slightly is nice for loyal readers.
Still a fan, patiently waiting for the next one :)
Date published: 2017-12-15
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Lauren from
It was a little disappointing for a Dan Brown Novel
The story was ok but the ending seemed anti-climactic for me.
Date published: 2017-12-12
Rated 3 out of
5
by
karebear851 from
ok
This book has made me want to read more contemporary! What a GREAT story.
Date published: 2017-12-12
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Matt from
meh
Sometimes I feel like I'm the only person who must dislike this author. It has mass-produced appeal and is therefore good if you just want something to mindlessly pass a beach vacation or something to that effect. Don't expect, however, any great depth and meaning out of his work
Date published: 2017-12-09
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Dee14 from
Definitely not the list of usual suspects ...
I am a diehard Dan Brown fan and this book did not disappoint. I loved how Brown weaves in contemporary events and issues in his story telling.
Date published: 2017-12-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Ioana from
i love dan brown
One of my favorite authors. He never disappoints
Date published: 2017-12-06
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Dave from
average
a decent book, but not as great as his previous ones
Date published: 2017-12-06
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Maddy from
Good book
Loved the storyline #plumreview
Date published: 2017-12-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Warren from
Good Book
Good read and very interesting.
Date published: 2017-12-05
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Christina from
Decent book
As per usual, it was a page turner and an easy read for the most part. Some of the more "technical" areas were difficult to follow, but that wasn't what put me off. What put me off was the focus around AI and technology - I miss Dan Brown's original works focusing on symbols and art and puzzles. Trying to appeal to the new generation of kids by incorporating Uber and social media into the novel just didn't feel like the old Dan Brown, but maybe he's just trying to cater to a broader audience. Not his best work.
Date published: 2017-12-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Christina from
Decent
As per usual, it was a page turner and an easy read for the most part. Some of the more "technical" areas were difficult to follow, but that wasn't what put me off. What put me off was the focus around AI and technology - I miss Dan Brown's original works focusing on symbols and art and puzzles. Trying to appeal to the new generation of kids by incorporating Uber and social media into the novel just didn't feel like the old Dan Brown, but maybe he's just trying to cater to a broader audience. Not his best work.
Date published: 2017-12-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Christina from
Decent
As per usual, it was a page turner and an easy read for the most part. Some of the more "technical" areas were difficult to follow, but that wasn't what put me off. What put me off was the focus around AI and technology - I miss Dan Brown's original works focusing on symbols and art and puzzles. Trying to appeal to the new generation of kids by incorporating Uber and social media into the novel just didn't feel like the old Dan Brown, but maybe he's just trying to cater to a broader audience. Not his best work.
Date published: 2017-12-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
thomkow from
A gripping read
The story was slow to take off for the first few chapters, but soon became a suspenseful page turner. Dan Brown doesn't disappoint.
Date published: 2017-12-04
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Michele from
Another Dan Brown mystery
Rich in history of course. Similar to his other novels and keeps you guessing.
Date published: 2017-12-04
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Matt from
Overrated
Oh man, this author is the most overrated person to enter the scene in the last 15 years. Can we please stop mass producing his stuff. It is alright if you want like a total garbage beach read without any real lyricism
Date published: 2017-12-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
bookworm from
pretty good!
I enjoyed this book! but not as much as i thought I would, however would still recomend!
Date published: 2017-12-03
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Dave from
average
the plot is ok, but comparing with his previous works, this novel is not that attracting
Date published: 2017-12-02
Rated 3 out of
5
by
LitAddiction from
It's ok.
Enjoyable, yes. Fast paced, yes. Slightly formulaic and predictable, yes.
Date published: 2017-12-02
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Tina from
Enjoyable read
An exciting, fast-paced novel. Did not enjoy this book as much as the previous Robert Langdon stories but still a good read.
Date published: 2017-11-30
Rated 3 out of
5
by
samma6610 from
ok
I can not believe this is a debut.
Date published: 2017-11-29
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Astoria from
ok
I can not believe this is a debut.
Date published: 2017-11-29
Rated 3 out of
5
by
ERIN from
Really Enjoyed.
It was nice to hang with Robert Langdon again but his speciality was not as much of a necessity as it was in the other Langdon novels. I pictured Tom Hanks the whole tome too, lol.
Date published: 2017-11-26
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Courtney from
A New Robert Langdon
Another fun adventure with Robert Langdon. While the topic of AI and Advanced technology was interesting, I preferred Brown's last entry, Inferno better.
Date published: 2017-11-26
Rated 3 out of
5
by
kitkat0922 from
Great read
Bought this on a will, and couldn't stop reading it! definitely a page turner, and kept me glued to the book all night
Date published: 2017-11-26
Rated 3 out of
5
by
kitkat0922 from
Great read
Bought this on a will, and couldn't stop reading it! definitely a page turner, and kept me glued to the book all night
Date published: 2017-11-26
Rated 3 out of
5
by
kitkat0922 from
Great read
Bought this on a will, and couldn't stop reading it! definitely a page turner, and kept me glued to the book all night
Date published: 2017-11-26
Rated 3 out of
5
by
brynngreen92 from
ok
Can't wait for the next one.
Date published: 2017-11-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kimmy from
great read
full of suspense and drama. Dan Brown never disappoints
Date published: 2017-11-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Clara_B from
Excellent.
Dan Brown's books keep you at the edge of your seat when reading them. Extremely rich in information, history and lots of action. "Origins" is by far in my top 3, I enjoyed reading it so much. So many unpredictable twists and it never gets boring. I strongly recommend it.
Date published: 2017-11-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Tanya from
Wonderful
I would defiantly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys history, religion, action and mystery cause this one has it all. As usual, Dan Brown does not disappoint.
Date published: 2017-11-17
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Chloe from
Wow
Brilliant and well written. Wow!
Date published: 2017-11-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Cristina from
Origin
Another great novel by Dan Brown. I had a hard time putting this book down, it kept me on my toes from beginning to end. Probably my new favorite book.
Date published: 2017-11-16
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Ayota from
It's ok
Not as good as his first books
Date published: 2017-11-16
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Iggy from
Okay
I enjoyed this book. Dan Brown is excellent at introducing history and weaving it into his stories without feeling forced.
Date published: 2017-11-12
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Suzanne29 from
Awesome read
Great story and flow filled with solid characters.
Date published: 2017-11-09
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Catherine from
good
Not my favorite Langdon novel but still kept me guessing all the way through. I found that it was less fast passed then Digital Code or DaVinci.
Date published: 2017-11-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Charly from
Fantastic
I love Dan Brown's novels and this one is not an exception. I love how Brown ties together facts from science, art, architecture and religion both past and present. I really enjoy the ongoing exploration of the differences between a world of science and a world of religion bringing to light fundamental issues of our everyday life.Brown keeps you hooked and turning pages until the end.
Date published: 2017-11-09
Rated 3 out of
5
by
brynngreen92 from
ok
reading this gave me a different perspective
Date published: 2017-11-08
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Astoria from
ok
Thought it was pretty good but not spectacular
Date published: 2017-11-06
Rated 3 out of
5
by
chrissyclark from
Good book
Good book, not my favourite but still an interesting read!
Date published: 2017-11-03
Rated 3 out of
5
by
samma6610 from
ok
Such an inspiring and interesting read, simply could not put it down! Great job!
Date published: 2017-10-30
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Jon_G3 from
One of Dan Brown's best
This is one of Dan Brown's better books. It is not without its flaws; however, it is consistent with his other novels. Dan Brown's books have a distinct style and this book stays true to it.
Date published: 2017-10-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
RealNJ from
Never Disappoints
If you like Robert Langdon, you would like everything that makes him Robert: his mickey mouse watch, his tweed jacket and so on. Although Dan tried to dress him differently, he still had his grace, ability to thoroughly explain everything and a marvelling mind for the art world
Hints for reading this book, get a computer with an internet/wifi and a good picture resolution and do some research while reading. OH SPAIN is a beautiful country.
For those who think all Dan Brown's books are the same, go and write yours for people to read!!!
Date published: 2017-10-25
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Vincent from
Good Story
Worth sometime to enjoy the newest novel from Dan Brown
Date published: 2017-10-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mike from
Midblowing
Just finished it and one again, not disappointing...Lagdon rules
Great twist to the story line that makes you think this could be true and is actually happening
Date published: 2017-10-23
Rated 3 out of
5
by
brynngreen92 from
ok
a very good read.interesting storyline
Date published: 2017-10-23
Rated 4 out of
5
by
joey from
big fan
a huge fan of Dan Brown.Will get this book asap
Date published: 2017-10-22
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Sarah from
Half way through
I'm half way through this book and so far its entertaining. A little far fetched, but good.
Date published: 2017-10-21
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Melanie from
New direction for Dan Brown
I love Dan Brown, and this book doesn't disappoint! I like how he changed gears and really attempted to comment on modern issues in this novel instead of remaining so far back in history the entire time.
Date published: 2017-10-21
Rated 5 out of
5
by
HappyMommy from
Best yet
I've read all of Dan Brown's books and Origin is my favourite. The story is current, the ending believable and it has left me with much to think about.
Date published: 2017-10-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
HappyMommy from
Dan Brown does it again
Not all of Dan Brown's books have been 5s, but Origin definitely is. The depth of the story and the incredible amount of research needed is amazing. The ending tied up most loose ends which I always want. Perhaps most of all, the reason I love Origin is it left me thinking and wanting to discuss this book with others.
Date published: 2017-10-20
Rated 3 out of
5
by
vermariya775 from
ok
Such a wonderful addition to any book collection. So beautifully written and inspiring!
Date published: 2017-10-20
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Patricia_Lesku from
Typical Dan Brown
Origin is a typical Robert Langdon novel. There's a murder to solve and it's connected to an age-old mystery. There's a beautiful girl along for the ride. Like other Brown novels, it plays up Langdon's claustrophobia at key moments and makes references to his Mickey Mouse watch. Basically, books in this series are all the same and I eat them like candy.
Date published: 2017-10-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Xuan from
Dan Brown surely doesn't disappoint!
I have been a Dan Brown fan for many years. I have read all his published novels. This new book continues with his usual writing style and offers just as much suspense as his previous work, if not more. The details of arts, religion, and the hottest, most debated and/or controversial topics in today's world show just how much effort the author put into research and thinking, which I think is what sets him apart with many other fiction writers, and it's very inspiring. I am already eager for his next book (I hope there is one).
Date published: 2017-10-18
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Michelle from
Dan Brown
Another great adventure from Robert Langdon, a very typical Dan brown book but a great read. A huge fan of these adventures
Date published: 2017-10-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lily from
love it
worth readling it, very interesting.
Date published: 2017-10-16
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Synthia from
Thriller adventure
A great addition. I read his earlier books when younger, so maybe my perception of the series if based on nostalgia (for those naysayers in the comments section). If you love thriller adventure with an overarching mystery/puzzle waiting to unfold, then this book is for you.
Date published: 2017-10-15
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Yulia from
Typical Dan Brown
Well, this was a typical Dan Brown book. Not as good as The DaVinci Code. Certainly not worth the nearly 500 pages allocated to it. All the usual tricks and formulas are there, but somewhat on the light side. For me it was a bit underwhelming, though, as I'd figured out who was behind it all from page 57. So all these 'sleights of hand' by the author: 'look over here - he is the bad guy; now, look over there - maybe he's the bad guy' were really pointless. I have to admit - I didn't see one twist coming (the king and the bishop), but it had nothing to do with the story itself. It was more like, 'Oh... good to know...', but it felt like it was thrown in more for the sake of being 'current' and 'up with the times'. Dan Brown's fans will, no doubt, enjoy it. Everyone else - just adjust your expectations and you won't be disappointed.
Date published: 2017-10-15
Rated 4 out of
5
by
christine from
can't wait
I can't wait to get this book in I just bought it for my spouse and he has all of the other novels!
Date published: 2017-10-13
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Carina from
Alright
Don't expect much. Typical Dan Brown fare.
Date published: 2017-10-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Samreen from
Outstanding!
How can you not love anything written by Dan Brown? His story takes you to the places which are not even open to public. The best thing I love about his work is that you actually see a lot of research done in so much detail - facts fused with fiction. Yet another thriller adventure of Professor Robert Langdon where you're talking to AI machines and on the other end: God.
"Where do we come from?"
"Where are we going?"
Two controversial questions which have been stuck in our minds since the beginning of time. Are we created through energy or did Adam and Eve truly exist?
Find out how science collides once again with religion in ORIGIN!
Date published: 2017-10-12
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Samreen from
purchased from Indigo the first day it was released!
How can you not love anything written by Dan Brown? His story takes you to the places which are not even open to the public. The best thing I love about his work is that you actually see a lot of research done in so much detail - facts fused with fiction. Yet another thriller adventure of Professor Robert Langdon where you're talking to AI machines and on the other end: God.
"Where do we come from?"
"Where are we going?"
Two controversial questions which have been stuck in our minds since the beginning of time. Are we created through energy or did Adam and Eve truly exist?
Find out how science collides once again with religion in ORIGIN!
Date published: 2017-10-12
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mike from
The best Langdon so far...Great!!! Wish I could give it more then 5 stars
Just got into it and already find that it's the best one of all...
Can't wait to find out what is going to be revealed.
Dan Brown is one of the best authors out there.
Date published: 2017-10-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kent from
Loved it
This is another hit from an amazing author.
Date published: 2017-10-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Booknerd from
Dan Brown does it again
This series just keeps getting better.
Date published: 2017-10-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Melanie_Mackenzie from
Terrific
This book, like all Dan Brown's books, grabbed me right from the first page. Love it.
Date published: 2017-10-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Christina from
all time favourite langdon novel
such a page turner, one of my favorite books from Rob
Date published: 2017-10-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Steph from
Another great Robert Langdon Novel
I love the Robert Langdon novels. This one was a real page turner and kept me guessing right until end!
Date published: 2017-10-04
Rated 3 out of
5
by
emmakong3 from
ok
It was a real page turner. I couldn't put it down. it kept me guessing right to the end. The only thing preventing me from giving it 5* was that I found the ending to be a bit far fetched. I am still not sure how I feel about how it all played out....
Date published: 2017-09-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rose from
good book
There are no surprise in the way his books are written.
Date published: 2017-09-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Fatima from
good
Great Book! I definitely recommend it!
Date published: 2017-09-08
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Marc from
Astounding
I've broken a cardinal rule; by adding another book. I've read the first four Langdon' novels, which I enjoyed, and I enjoyed this one even more!
Date published: 2017-09-08
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Matthew from
My thoughts on the book (not a review as it has not been released yet)
Dan Brown is a template based writer. All the books that I have read from him are the one with Robert Langdon. There are no surprise in the way his books are written. The synopsis of the story supports this. That being said, I enjoy reading his novels because they provide entertainment, they are easy to read and the fact that he follows a kind of template of all his novels (that I have read anyway) they do not require much thought while reading them either (different from Game of Thrones where there are so many characters and story arcs). I think that this book will be entertaining and worth a read but certainly not anything ground breaking.
Date published: 2017-09-07
Rated 4 out of
5
by
mohammed from
Awesome!
Dan brown is a great writer!
Date published: 2017-09-05
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Madison from
Really enjoyed it
Great read very witty and interesting
Date published: 2017-03-18