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Origin

By: Dan Brown
Narrated by: Paul Michael
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The global best seller - Origin is the latest Robert Langdon novel from the author of The Da Vinci Code.

Robert Langdon, Harvard professor of symbology and religious iconology, arrives at the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao to attend the unveiling of an astonishing scientific breakthrough. The evening’s host is billionaire Edmond Kirsch, a futurist whose dazzling high-tech inventions and audacious predictions have made him a controversial figure around the world.

But Langdon and several hundred guests are left reeling when the meticulously orchestrated evening is suddenly blown apart. There is a real danger that Kirsch’s precious discovery may be lost in the ensuing chaos. With his life under threat, Langdon is forced into a desperate bid to escape Bilbao, taking with him the museum’s director, Ambra Vidal. Together they flee to Barcelona on a perilous quest to locate a cryptic password that will unlock Kirsch’s secret.

To evade a devious enemy who is one step ahead of them at every turn, Langdon and Vidal must navigate the labyrinthine passageways of extreme religion and hidden history. On a trail marked only by enigmatic symbols and elusive modern art, Langdon and Vidal will come face to face with a breathtaking truth that has remained buried – until now.

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"Fans will not be disappointed." (The Times)

"Big ideas and nonstop action." (New York Times)

"Beautifully observed and really well researched." (BBC TV)

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relaxing with wine

Quite enjoyed this with a glass of wine watching the sun go down over My Buffalo over quite a few afternoons. Cheers

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Predictable

not my favorite Dan Brown! It was ok and predictabe. Good narration but book missed the "wow" factor.

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It was a nice adventure story but I did find this predictable and that took the fun out of it.

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Entertaining, but predictable.

I have read everything by this author, and while this book was entertaining, by halfway through the ending was clear. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the book but I can't help but feel it's time to retire Robert Langdon.

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Great read

A very thought provoking premis wrapped in a great story. Really enjoyed and recommend.

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Amazing adventure, my fav Dan Brown so far

Very well written adventure filled with intrigue and real world references and art/science sources. Narrator is excellent and brings all the characters to life.

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great narrator

Interesting listen with great narration for all characters. I would recommend. I like a good conspiracy.

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great listening

great storyline, entertaining. narrator was very good too. first audio book and I'm coming back for more.

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good but predictable

Langdon gets mixed up in something. He and good looking lady have to figure it out. They have chemistry and doesn't ammount to anything.
other than that really enjoyed it.

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Fabulous Book!

Loved it. Love Dan Brown's story telling! Will definitely recommend to many people. Thank you.

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