Thursday Thrillers: Origin (Robert Langdon #5) by Dan Brown

 

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   Origin is Dan Brown's fifth novel in the Robert Langdon series. It is published by Double Day Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House Publishing. In it, we arrive at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain with Professor Robert Langdon. He is there to see his former student, billionaire Edmond Kirsch, speak. Kirsch is set to deliver the presentation of his life that promises an astounding discovery. Simulcast around the world from the museum, it may change the way the world views religion and science.  This closed event is filled to the brim with hundreds of vetted guests that have been approved by the museum and its director, Ambra Vidal. Vidal is about to marry Prince Julian of Spain. Protected by the palace's guard, Ambra readies for the evening. But neither Robert nor Ambra is aware that a last-minute addition to the museum guest list has a gun and mission: Kill Edmond Kirsch.

  The night is a success until chaos overcomes the event, leaving Edmond Kirsch dead. Ambra is convinced that the assassin was sent by the Royal Palace to silence Kirsch before he could broadcast his discovery to the world. And if this is true, then the man she is about to marry may have orchestrated tonight's murder. With suspicion fueling their actions, Langdon and Vidal escape the museum with the aid of Kirsch's assistant, Winston, who is helping them remotely. They realize that forces are at work to stop Edmond's discovery from being shown to the world. But if they can recover the computer genius' password they can launch the presentation themselves. Pursued by the Royal Palace and Kirsch's murderer, Robert Langdon is once again in the center of danger. But can he and Ambra discover the correct password to unlock Kirsch's video presentation before those who wish to silence them catch up?

  The Robert Langdon series is always filled with beautiful locations, high adventure, and not one, but several twists and turns. But Origin is a unique book in its own right. Dan Brown gave us compelling characters that were filled with secrets. And while delivering peril to his players, he filtered in famous artists and their works to forward the clues. I was constantly looking up locations online that were mentioned in the story. This interactive research journey made the adventure come to life. Brown visits not only Bilbao's Guggenheim, but also famous locations such as Casa Mila, Sagrada Familia, the Valley of the Fallen, and Castell de Montjuic. I highly recommend taking the time to visit these locations online as you read the novel or get a copy of the illustrated edition.

  I read Origin in part with the excellent voice work of actor, Paul Michael. He has read three installments of the series, which made his return here a seamless transition. I particularly like his accents and flawless pronunciation of languages. Brilliantly done.

  Brown has not disappointed with this latest chapter in his Langdon series. It was every bit as exhilarating as the previous stories. With epic adventure, intriguing characters, and a stellar finale, Origin was a five-star read. I loved Brown's use of his cast, as each one served an int       

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