This is the second time I have read this. I first read it while in Rome, shortly before the death of Pope John Paul II. It was therefore a very timely read, and it was, I thought, much better than the second of Dan Brown's books, The Da Vinci Code. I still think it's better, but I'm more aware of its literary shortcomings this time round, I think because I already know the story. However, the story is still a gripping one, and I have enjoyed re-reading the book.
I wanted to re-read it in time for the film coming out, which I am looking forward to. I hope it will be a lot better than The Da Vinci Code film. I think it's all a bit more ... plausible is not exactly the right word, tangible perhaps? Anyway, I'm looking forward to it. And to the next Dan Brown novel, which I think is due out in September ... watch this space!
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