72 pages 2 hours read

Dan Brown

Angels and Demons

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Angels and Demons by Dan Brown follows symbologist Robert Langdon as he unravels a historical mystery across Rome to prevent a catastrophic explosion from stolen antimatter. Teamed with scientist Vittoria Vetra, Langdon deciphers clues tied to the Illuminati while racing against time and facing numerous dangers to save the Vatican. The novel contains a death by suicide and threats of sexual violence and assault.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Dan Brown's Angels and Demons captivates with its fast-paced suspense and intricate plot entwining science and religion. Readers appreciate the rich historical and artistic details, though some find the character development lacking and the plot twists predictable. Overall, the novel is a thrilling, if at times formulaic, read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Angels and Demons?

Readers who enjoy fast-paced thrillers with historical and scientific puzzles will love Angels and Demons by Dan Brown. Fans of The Da Vinci Code and The Lost Symbol will appreciate its blend of adventure, secret societies, and cryptic clues, similar to works by Robert Ludlum and James Rollins.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Historical Fiction

Themes

Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality

Values/Ideas: Science & Technology