The Da Vinci Code 

     The Da Vinci Code is an excellent book written by Dan Brown. It is a mixture of a mystery as well as an adventure. The book is based on a heart-pounding quest for the Holy Grail. 
     It begins with the murder of the Louvre curator, Jaques Sauniere. Only he knows the truth of the Holy Grail, so in his last moments, he sets his grandaughter Sophie Neveu and symbologist Robert Langdon on an adventure by giving them clues written with his own blood. Unfortunately, Robert is the prime suspect for the murder, and he is not the only one looking for the Grail. Opus Dei is in trouble, and has sent the albino monk Silas to retrieve it, no matter what the costs may be.
    Robert and Sophie are being chased by the French Police, but they can't stop to explain Langdon's innocence because they are racing against Opus Dei to find the Grail. The quest was created by great minds, especially Da Vinci. The twosome find clues in historical pieces by this great artist and learn that the journey is based off of the ancient sacred feminine and the descendants of Jesus Christ.
     Sophie and Robert enlist the help of Sir Leigh Teabing, also a Grail historian, but Silas is not alone either. Bishop Aringarosa is also searching for the Grail for Opus Dei. Both are being instructed by a man known as "The Teacher." Time is running out for Robert and Sophie as they learn shocking truths and the risks only get bigger.
     I was very impressed with the author, because the codes are very complex, and often have double meanings. I was also surprised to find how informational the book was. Surprising information was brought forth from subjects spanning from religion and history to math and science. Although I disagreed with some of the religous ideas it brought up, I thought that the book was very interesting and full of surprises.
    I definitely believe that you should read this book. If you do, I suggest that you get the special illustrated edition. If not, then look up the pieces of art and places that are in the book to get a better look at important details. The Da Vinci Code by Dan brown is one of the best books ever written!