Dan Brown

Anything by Dan Brown is a good read. I think Digital Fortress was my least fav, but it was still good. Has anyone else read Dan Brown? I have read all of his books now and I am looking for a new author to dive into. Is there anybody out there with books like Dan's? WOW. Please help me. I feel like I am missing out not having another book to look forward to. Help me please!

I did not care for digital fortress either loved Angels and Demons and deception point was good I hear he is about ready to print a new one I need somethng like that to read kathy

Is this a series type thing is there one you need to read before the Da Vindi Code ? My girl friend said there was ? Have you read James Pattersons , woman's murder club books ? I liked those there are currently 3 of them 1. First to die 2. 2nd chance , 3. 3rd degree (I havent read the 3rd yet ) Thanks Wendy@goal

you should read angels and demons before the davinci code..it takes place first-same lead guy. both are REALLY excellent...especially if you are as skeptical about organized religion as I am!!

In addition to novels, you might enjoy some non-fiction such as "Holy Blood Holy Grail," "The Messianic Legacy," and "The Bible Code." I believe Brown used the first book as a source for "The Da Vinci Code." For forensic/true crime John Douglas's first few books are very readable and informative. For fiction, I like Patricia Cornwell's early novels (like the first 5 Kay Scarpetta ones- after that they get too "soap opera-ish.") I also really like Michael Crichton- almsot all his stuff is GREAT. He does such extensive research- his books are fascinating. Don't judge him by the movies, they invariably SUCK! My faves are "Sphere" and "Timeline." "White Oleander" was really good. I enjoyed the movie and (as usual) the book was even better. If you're familiar with the classics you might like "The Eyre Affair" by Jasper Fforde. I'm always open to suggestions...

Thanks Valerie; I've read all of Pat Cornwell's and you're right, the later ones are a bit over the top for me. I've also worked my way through the A-Z series....but I can't remember the author's name at the moment. They are all good. I'll have to start on Michael Crichton next. Not sure if I've read any of his yet. I read White Oleander already. I try to NEVER watch a movie based on a book I've read...I'm always disappointed in them. I've read SO many authors I couldn't name them all. All different styles. I've read all John Grishums (sp), Augusten Burroughs, David Sederis, Tami Hoag, Jean Aeul (sp), Catherine Coulter, Nora Roberts, etc. I used to read Stephen King and Danielle Steel, but then I got out of junior high (sorry, can't help it...they are too pattern predictable). I'll write down some of your suggestions for my next library run...I usually pick up 4-8 books at a clip. Thanks!

John Sandford is on par with Cornwell. I think they are very good. Sort of like Patterson. If you want HILARIOUS, go with Janet Evonavich. They are the funniest crime fiction you'll find anywhere. I laughed so hard I had tears! She has nine in the series (One For the Money, etc.)and they are a great lighthearted read that still satisfies the crime fiction desire. Melissa