I was right in thinking that reading this book would make me laugh out loud. In fact, in my humble opinion, Dan Brown is a humorous writer disguised as a thriller author.

To be honest, I laughed much more than twice because the protagonists have a "luck" that not even the miracle workers of Lourdes can boast. Always on the edge of an abyss, they come out unharmed not so much because of their supposed extremely high intelligence quotient, which in reality must be very close to zero given the stupid things they do, but because of the unbelievable "random" coincidences. In Dan Brown's novels, in fact, "chance" is always and strictly on the side of the good guys and he doesn't give a damn about appearing overly tendentious. No, not him. He has a precise task: to be the guardian angel of those idiots who insist on getting into trouble. Are they looking for a needle in a haystack? They will find it. Are they about to fall from a thirty-story building and are hanging from the windowsill of a window only with the little finger of their left hand? Someone will pass by and pull them up. A merciless killer who has never missed a shot in his life is chasing them? He won't hit a single shot even if he cries. Are they looking for an essential access code? They will go on the Internet, type in the question and receive the answer.
For some obscure reason, Dan Brown's "chance" aspires to an official recognition of its constant yet useless bravado. Probably he has a very demanding super-ego that doesn't give him a break, poor thing.

In conclusion, then, as a thriller, which it claims to be, the evaluation is one star (half a star would be more appropriate, but it's not possible because there isn't one). But as a comic novel, no one can take away the five stars from it. ;-)

**"The Da Vinci Code" by Dan Brown: A Review**

The first book I read by Dan Brown was "The Da Vinci Code", and I must say that I prefer the way the author handled this one over "The Lost Symbol".

In terms of knowledge content, of course, "The Da Vinci Code" is not as extensive as "The Lost Symbol", but sometimes it is more accessible because those who are not interested in the type of abstruse knowledge can still enjoy it. "The Da Vinci Code" uses more practical knowledge such as cracking code-like ciphers, using technology, viruses, etc., which are easy to understand and imagine.

Regarding the plot, "The Da Vinci Code" has a fast-paced and exciting development, so even though it is long, it still allows me to read continuously. It is also tricky, leading the way just enough before arriving at an ending (not overly excellent), just like Dan Brown's storytelling style! The explanations in this book are quite reasonable and acceptable, but there are still many places that are a bit lacking.

At least, the characters have made me think quite a lot. "The Da Vinci Code" is told in such a way that the truth about the characters is not revealed until the end, and my guesses were completely off! The most important thing is that who is good, who is bad, and what is right, what is wrong are really impossible to guess because the plot keeps changing continuously as mentioned above! Although the characters also lack depth and nothing is too outstanding, at least they make me feel confused - a necessary feeling when reading a mystery/thriller book!

I highly recommend this book to those who do not like the type of books with heavy abstruse knowledge like "The Da Vinci Code" or "The Lost Symbol"!

Quick thoughts: I have no idea why I read this before Brown's other highly acclaimed books but it's fine.

This is a fine book although not too great. It has a tendency to keep me excited nonetheless. I love the fact that there exist codes and clues for normal people like me to try to guess. I only got one right tho.

It was a fine read.

No matter what people may say about Dan Brown or his books, or even their hatred towards him, one has to admire the fact that what he offers is truly unique.

This was the very book that introduced me to the enchanting world of books. Before reading it, I thought reading was rather effeminate and a waste of time. Since everything in fiction is made-up, I believed it would be better to read some spiritual, self-help, or knowledge-based books. However, after reading this particular book, everything changed. I began to read more and more fiction, and today, books have become one of the most crucial aspects of my life, all thanks to this very book.

Today, I have read all of Dan Brown's books except for Angels & Demons, but this one still remains my favorite. I do admit that he is not a great writer in the traditional sense and uses the same formula in each of his books, lacking versatility. Nevertheless, he holds a special place in my heart, and this book will always have a special place on my bookshelf for the reasons I have mentioned above.

This is the first book penned by Dan Brown.

While it is indeed a good read, it lacks the same captivating hook that his subsequent works possess.

Interestingly, Robert Landon, the renowned protagonist from some of Brown's other novels, is not present in this one either.

The story takes an intriguing turn when the NSA intercepts a mysterious code that they are unable to decipher.

The only clue that might lead to cracking this code is concealed within the body of Ensei Takado, who met his untimely demise in Spain.

This sets the stage for a thrilling adventure as the search for the meaning behind the code begins, with readers eagerly turning the pages to uncover the secrets that lie within.

Finally, I finished reading this book.

It was good to take a break from Robert Langdon, the hero of the three Dan Brown bestsellers "The Da Vinci Code", "Angels & Demons", and "The Lost Symbol". In this novel, the heroes have different interests and goals.

*A Typical American Novel, a typical American end.

The novel largely reflects the American obsession with technology and its use in everything that serves American intelligence and spying. It also deals to some extent with the freedom of information dissemination and the freedom of communication. The novel is exciting and has unexpected twists. My beliefs changed more than once regarding the involvement of certain people or their innocence in the mystery of the novel's subject. And we get a glimpse in the novel of the admission of the atrocities committed by the Americans against the Japanese, but it remains a small glimpse that does not lack arrogance, as if admitting the crime in an outstanding way is sufficient and is achieved by implication and should not be dwelled on much.

And of course, there is no shortage of a beautiful love story and a wedding scene in a tense time and usually full of the surroundings of the wedding, even if in most moments it takes one's breath away from its excessive precision.

Finally, I could imagine the novel as an action movie, and I also imagined its heroes - the heroes in my imagination do not include Tom Cruise :).

\\"It is said that in death, all things become clear.\\"

Dan Brown, in a style similar to that of The Da Vinci Code, crafts a captivating tale filled with lies and shocks. From the near-fatal encounter of David Becker to the potential leakage of the NSA's database, it is a thrilling read suitable for both young adults and adults alike.

Personally, Dan Brown is one of my favorite authors, and perhaps I'm a bit biased. (But does it really matter? Maybe everyone does, if you catch my drift.)

The story commences with the main character, Susan, awakening to David receiving a call. It's no ordinary call for him, yet he refrains from revealing the truth to her, simply stating, \\"it's just a work thing. I'll be back in a day.\\" This is understandable, given the ordeals that await him.

Susan is disappointed as her date is spoiled, but then she gets a call from her commander. He's a diligent, poker-faced individual, yet he has a soft spot for Susan, as he doesn't want her to face any hazing or harassment in their NSA office.

He calls her, insisting that \\"she needs to come over IMMEDIATELY.\\" She responds that \\"she will be there soon,\\" to which he replies, \\"how about sooner.\\" The irony is palpable. Anyway, she arrives and discovers why their billion-dollar code-breaking machine, TRANSLTR, has been attempting to decode a particular code for at least 15 hours, far longer than their typical diagnostics.

Susan and her commander, Strathmore, conduct some investigations and learn that the code was written by Ensei Tankando, who had reportedly died in Seville, Spain, earlier, and this was the very reason for David's departure. Even more astonishing is the revelation that it's the first code that the NSA has been unable to crack. The reason?

Tankando had previously worked at the NSA and became enraged over the TRANSLTR machine, threatening to leak its existence to the public and expose the NSA's email spying activities. This was a bombshell for the NSA, and to resolve the issue, Strathmore deported Tankando, which ignited Tankando's hatred of America ever since.

Meanwhile, David is in Spain, striving to track down a mysterious ring engraved with the pass key. It's like a scavenger hunt, with assassins hot on his trail, yet he manages to survive and ultimately returns for another date with Susan.

I won't prolong this review any further, but eventually, after several deaths, they succeed in regaining control of Crypto and the NSA databank. This is a fortunate outcome, as they definitely didn't desire another scandal.

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Dan the Magician Brave

The story is great and funny, yet it is enjoyable from beginning to end. The man actually does magic. How can you write all these effects while presenting you with this amount of information?

I was reading and my current language was "This man is saying big words that I don't understand hahahaha ^__^ D:D: "

I don't even remember what this one is about.

There's a CIA computer technician. All I can recall about her is the scene where a security guard is ogling her sweet, sweet ass and wondering in bafflement how a woman with a 192 IQ could be so damn fuckable.

Also, I'm fairly certain she saves the world with computers. But we're not supposed to care because she does it while her shirt is partially unbuttoned.

She may have gotten wet at some point, too.

This seems to be a rather strange and perhaps somewhat objectifying take on a fictional character. In literature, there are often complex and multi-faceted portrayals of individuals.

However, this description focuses mainly on the physical appearance and some rather inappropriate thoughts about the character, rather than delving into her actual skills, motivations, and the significance of her actions in saving the world.

It makes one wonder if this is a fair or accurate representation of the character within the context of the story.

LITERATURE.

Dan Brown, as always, presents his unique style with secret codes, number sequences, details, symbols, and mysteries

Susan Fletcher served as the head of NSA's Cryptography Division, while Becker was a university professor who, aside from his full-time job, assisted government agencies with translation.

NSA constructed a new code decipher, TRANSLTR, worth a staggering $2 billion, and kept it a closely guarded secret. They received a code that even TRANSLTR couldn't crack. This code was sent in by Ensei Tankado, an ex-employee of NSA who had been ousted from the organization for constantly flouting the rules.

Ensei firmly believed in the human right to communication, which he felt TRANSLTR was violating as it could decrypt any code. The program he developed generated an unbreakable code - the ultimate counterintelligence weapon.

Ensei was discovered dead in Spain, and Becker was dispatched to Spain to obtain the copy of the pass-key, which was encrypted on his ring. However, he gave away the ring to a stranger before his demise. To further complicate matters, he even tricked NSA by allowing them to snoop on his emails, leading them to a fake partner and a file.

Strathmore, Susan's boss, sent that file to TRANSLTR for deciphering. Strathmore's vision was a world encryption standard with a backdoor for the NSA, enabling him to monitor all forms of communication worldwide.

Due to intense heat, TRANSLTR self-destructed, killing Strathmore. Since TRANSLTR was linked to a database, it was crucial to save it. Eventually, they uncovered Ensei's clue in his video and safeguarded the database from hackers.

The USA's preoccupation with monitoring all kinds of communication is quite evident in this book, a reality that not many are aware of. The US may accuse other countries of keeping tabs on humans and their data, but whether they choose to admit it or not, they engage in the exact same practices.

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Here's the thing with Dan Brown's work.

His novels are known for their thrilling plots, intricate mysteries, and unique blend of history, art, and religion.

Once you pick up one of his books, it's almost impossible to put it down.

The way he weaves together different elements and keeps the reader on the edge of their seat from start to finish is truly remarkable.

And the best part is, each of his novels has its own distinct charm and story, yet they all share a common thread of excitement and adventure.

So if you've read one of Dan Brown's works, chances are you'll want to read them all.

Whether you're a fan of mystery, history, or just a good page-turner, his books are sure to satisfy.

Give them a try and see for yourself why Dan Brown is one of the most popular and successful authors of our time.

Like a TV movie thriller - entertaining but shallow!

TRANSLTR is perhaps the most powerful multiple parallel processor computer on earth, operated by the National Security Agency. It is solely dedicated to the brute force code-breaking process. An extraordinary weapon against crime, drugs, and terrorism, TRANSLATR clearly has a huge potential for human rights abuses. Ensei Tankado, a brilliant programmer and a disgruntled former NSA employee, is determined to find a way to take this abusive tool out of the government's hands. He has written DIGITAL FORTRESS, a complex algorithm that turns clear text into unbreakable code. Unless the NSA acknowledges the existence of TRANSLTR to the world and fully confesses its true power, Tankado will release DIGITAL FORTRESS to the world. This would instantly make TRANSLTR obsolete and chaos would reign. Drug cartels, terrorists, and other criminals could communicate secretly with complete impunity, and US internal and external intelligence would become effectively blind. Tankado delivers his blackmail ultimatum and is promptly murdered by unknown parties. Of course, the frantic chase is on to find the key to DIGITAL FORTRESS and bury it before it is released through the internet to anyone with a modem.

When Brown focuses on the "techno" aspect of the techno-thriller, he is truly a master on solid ground. Brown's asides about computer software and hardware, codes and code-breaking are exciting and informative. The novel revolves around puzzles, viruses, worms, firewalls, mutating code strings, and the internet's attempt to hack into US government data classified as "top secret". The climax of the novel moves at top speed and is definitely finely tuned edge-of-the-seat stuff! However, novels by their nature must have characters, and here Brown fails rather badly. The characters he creates can best be described as trite, cardboard, and clichéd. Susan Fletcher, the brilliant but beautiful cryptologist with an IQ of 170, is the first to be a stereotype. (I can clearly envision the movie version where she transforms from a computer nerd to a ravishing hottie by removing her glasses, pulling out the bobby pins from her tight bun, shaking her head provocatively to let her full-bodied hair fall onto her shoulders, and undoing the top button of a silky blouse!) Her fiancé, David Becker, a mild-mannered foreign language specialist from Georgetown University, discovers he has the abilities of a master spy and can elude the efforts of a professional assassin. Sadly, virtually every character Brown introduces into the story can be criticized in the same way for being extremely far-fetched and unbelievable.

Don't misunderstand - DIGITAL FORTRESS is a quick read and is thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining! But like most one-hour made-for-TV thriller movies, it is also very forgettable in a short time and has nothing at all to recommend it as being memorable!

Paul Weiss