Just finished reading The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown. I’ve only had the privilege of reading Angels and Demons, but have been able to see both movies. So in comparison, this is Brown’s best.

I found that I could relate to this book so much more than the others since it takes place in my own country.

Set in Washington D.C. I had the chance of learning more of what I thought I already knew. Robert Langdon is sent to D.C. to give a speech for an old friend who is a high ranking Mason. Upon arriving at the Capitol building he learns that there is no speech and he is on another adventure, following various symbols to uncover the lost treasure of the Freemasons.

At times the book can be a bit slow with some unrealistic dialog scenes, but it will keep you on your nose in the book wanting to know what the next symbol is, its meaning and where it will lead Langdon next.

I had the opportunity to read the book by listening to its audio version from Audible.com. The recording was very well done, but I think I will reread the book once they have the illustrated version out.

Overall, a great book to read. Little language, no sex and unglorified violence. A good book to learn up on some history about our Founding Fathers and how the Masons helped establish our country.