The Bottom Line
The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown is a fast paced thriller where the main characters have to decipher clues in artwork, architecture and riddles to get to the bottom of a murder and save themselves. As a thriller, it is an O.K. pick, but not as good as Brown's Angels and Demons. The main characters discuss unsubstantiated religious ideas as if they are facts (and Brown's "Fact" page implies that they are). This may offend or annoy some readers.
Pros
Fast paced
Interesting riddles
Unique idea for suspense novel
Cons
Predictible outcome if you have read other Brown books
Unbelievable story
Misleading "Fact" page
Characters propose unsubstantiated religious theories that will be offensive to some
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