The Secret of Secrets: A Novel by Dan Brown
Novel: The Secret of Secrets is Dan Brown’s Robert Langdon thriller, following the symbology professor through Prague and onward to London and New York. Its plot combines codes, historical lore and questions about human consciousness, making it a fit for readers who enjoy fast-moving puzzles with science-themed ideas.
At a glance
- A Robert Langdon thriller involving a missing scientist and a vanished manuscript.
- Moves from Prague to London and New York, combining codes, symbols, historical lore and futuristic science.
- The premise centres on discoveries about human consciousness and a secret project.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines a puzzle-led thriller with historical settings and science-themed questions about consciousness.
- The 688-page print length gives the story room to span multiple cities and plot threads.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Doubleday |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Sept. 9 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 688 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0385546890 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0385546898 |
| Dimensions | 16 x 3.05 x 24.13 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 953 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Robert Langdon readers looking for another code-and-symbol mystery.
- Readers interested in thrillers that mix historical lore with speculative questions about consciousness.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the story as engaging and enjoyable, with readers praising its subject matter, writing and narrative momentum. Pacing is less consistent for some readers, who report taking longer to finish. For a 688-page thriller moving across several cities and ideas, that variation matters if you prefer uniformly brisk pacing. These are reader impressions, not guarantees about how the book will read for you.
Positive themes
- Readers praise the engaging story, subject matter and writing style.
- Some describe it as an absorbing, fast read.
Mixed feedback
- Opinions on pacing vary, with some readers finding it fast and others taking longer to finish.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Secret of Secrets about?
Robert Langdon travels to Prague for a lecture by scientist Katherine Solomon. After she disappears and her manuscript goes missing, he follows a trail of codes and symbols tied to historical lore and human consciousness.
Where does the story take place?
The plot begins in Prague and expands to London and New York.
How long is the print edition?
The listing gives a print length of 688 pages.
What language is this edition in?
The listing specifies English.
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