Well this one is a more recent read..
The book promises a lot as you start off, and draws your complete attention by the time you are through with the first few pages. The protagonist Robert Langdon, of the Da vinci Code/Angels and Demons fame continues unravelling mysteries of the ancient world.
This time its about the secrets of the ancient wisdom held within the highest order of a secret group called the freemasons. The book builds a convincing story around the various old buildings in Washington DC and the secrets they seemingly point to. The book mentions various buildings such as the Smithsonian Institude, the Washington Monument, the Washington Mall etc.
The book raises some interestign questions. It certainly gives you some interesting interpretations on stuff that we have always wondered about and never really understood.
However as your expectations begin to rise, you begin to realize that the author is dealing with a fairly thin plot and that there is very little he has to play with. And the book confirms your growing suspicion with a weak ending. You expect a Big Bang and get a small flutter.
But if you believe the journey is more important than the destination. It may be worth a read. :)
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