I have read all 3 authors mentioned here. Where I think some books by Stephen King & Dan Brown were better than others I would still probably pick up a book of theirs if I hadn’t read it. However reference EL James… I read 50 Shades. I only just about ploughed through the awful dialogue etc & would certainly not consider ever reading another book written by her!
That’s not really true at all. A lot of horror writers have that sort of cover design. Odd though, so far it’s mostly horror writers that do it. Now that I think about it. Hmmmmmm
you are not alone. My biggest pet peeve‘s with him is that he writes something and then he explains it to you and then the other character says do you mean this and then he re-explains it to you again. He writes for idiots.
No, you’re not the only one. His first books weren’t not so bad but the last ones… seems that he has nothing interesting to say so he writes more or less the same things in a boring bad way.
I just kept trying to get into his books but they are actually boring . Everyone else has more intelligent answers and I’m over here thinking “who gives a fuck a about art?” Lol
Well ,I liked Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons ,though the latter seemed a little pointless and melodramatic . He is a writer with his own style ,which is now not a novelty.He combines information with a plot that lacks a practical touch and a satisfactory ending .
While I plunged into Inferno and was interested enough ,the book had too much information and was too long to become a favourite. I call him a good writer because in his books he raises questions that are intriguing and leaves you enough space to keep an open mind .The information and the theories and the history is all interesting ,but he really needs to keep both the plot and the information ,compressed and to the point . All that given ,I must admit I really like the Da Vinci code and its an all time favourite .
Dan Brown writes topical, fascinating books which explore history, art, and the ways people perceive events. Of course, Daniel Kirkby, people’s interests differ–if you prefer a different style, or prefer other subject matters, that’s fine too. The world’s more interesting if we’re not all just alike.
I liked Da Vinci Code.. Angels and Demons.. but Inferno was way out of league. Took me too long to finish the book as it was too much info and less of a plot or practical touch
I liked Digital Fortress, Angels & Demons and Da Vinci Code. I think he has more good books in him, but maybe he’s got something going on that is inhibiting him…but just my opinion of course.
I liked Digital Fortress, Angels & Demons, and Da Vinci Code, but sadly not 1 since then. But not opposed to keep trying, if my library continues to get them. Many writers go thru periods where their work is not up to par. I’ve yet to have a long time favorite author that didn’t produce some meh or outrightly awful books.
His early books were interesting…up to. The DaVinci code. Good beach or long plane ride books. After DV Code, his books became formula and arcane facts.
I really liked Inferno. I didn’t see the ending coming. He meticulously researches for his novels, sometimes too much! I enjoyed Origin, but that one too me a while to finish. I was a little disappointed with what it was building up to.
I honestly tried to read the DaVinci Code, but it was boring to me. I tried to watch the movie too, but it didn’t turn me on either. I honestly believe it was the writer himself that bummed me out. He took a subject that should have been extremely interesting, but it left me with a bland feeling.
I loved The Da Vinci Code; then I started reading the next book in the series, I did not finish it, it was nothing more than a rewrite of The Da Vinci Code. After that second book, I have not read another of his books.
Dan Brown my favorite author and my favorite book (which no one has mentioned) is deception point. Although I can understand why some people dislike him became his books do can of copy each other a bit but I thinks that’s just his style.
There is a lot about ghostwriters surrounding him and a few of the other best sellers. More brands than actual writers, or so a lot of articles state. Patterson admits to his, easy enough to find the information if you google it.
I feel that way about Stephen King.
Me too!
He’s more entertaining than good. I don’t pick up a Dan Brown novel because I want a novel that is written well. I pick it up for entertainment.
They are both terrible writers!
I would say the same for the one who wrote fifty shades of grey
Absolutely agree !
I have read all 3 authors mentioned here. Where I think some books by Stephen King & Dan Brown were better than others I would still probably pick up a book of theirs if I hadn’t read it. However reference EL James… I read 50 Shades. I only just about ploughed through the awful dialogue etc & would certainly not consider ever reading another book written by her!
I say that about James Patterson. He doesn’t even write his own books. He had teams of writers do it for him
He’s a co author and helps other authors. Even as a co-author his books are amazing.
I’m not really much for Stephen King either, but he does have a great imagination.
I don’t read his stuff.
I haven’t read any of his work yet.
James Patterson… Lee Childs..Harlan Cobden…Even worse :@
Nope
Worst writer ever is J D Robb and those are all best sellers.
Beware of any book where the authors name is in bigger text than the title
That’s not really true at all. A lot of horror writers have that sort of cover design. Odd though, so far it’s mostly horror writers that do it. Now that I think about it. Hmmmmmm
FIfty Shades of Brown
I find him utterly boring
No. He’s crap.
I enjoy adventures with Robert Langdon.
No,you are not.In my opinion,The Da Vinci Code was somewhat bearable.
It was ok, not interested in reading the others. I think that’s why people call him terrible. 😉
With u on that
there are many ‘supposedly’ great writers who make millions – its all down to the hype and marketing of the first book – 50 shades of grey ??
And formulaic?
He disagrees though!?
Textbooks are more interesting than Dan Brown’s works. At least you learn something with them.
you are not alone. My biggest pet peeve‘s with him is that he writes something and then he explains it to you and then the other character says do you mean this and then he re-explains it to you again. He writes for idiots.
It’s the same story over and over.
Agreed
I couldn’t get into his writings either. Everyone raved about angels and demons. Nope, couldnt do it.
No you are write
Depends from person to person. Some like it, some don’t.
He isn’t my favourite writer,but i do enjoy his books.
I enjoy his books fun reads.
No, you’re not the only one. His first books weren’t not so bad but the last ones… seems that he has nothing interesting to say so he writes more or less the same things in a boring bad way.
No, no. …u r nt the only one
Count me too.Lolll
I just kept trying to get into his books but they are actually boring . Everyone else has more intelligent answers and I’m over here thinking “who gives a fuck a about art?” Lol
I made it thru the first one because it was such a big ‘hit,’ but never bothered to read any others.
U r not.
I totally agree with you!
I liked him ?
yes
i havent heard of him
No. He isn’t.
No wrter is terrible..
sorry but some are,
I like his material, especially his earlier books.
I can’t comment since I never read his books. But he isn’t someone I would have to read his books.
Well ,I liked Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons ,though the latter seemed a little pointless and melodramatic .
He is a writer with his own style ,which is now not a novelty.He combines information with a plot that lacks a practical touch and a satisfactory ending .
While I plunged into Inferno and was interested enough ,the book had too much information and was too long to become a favourite.
I call him a good writer because in his books he raises questions that are intriguing and leaves you enough space to keep an open mind .The information and the theories and the history is all interesting ,but he really needs to keep both the plot and the information ,compressed and to the point .
All that given ,I must admit I really like the Da Vinci code and its an all time favourite .
I agree with you, I like Dan Brown’s Da Vinci Code, Angels and Demons and Inferno. Its breath taking, amazing and captivating to read.
Not really, all of his books seem to have the same story lines in different places ,years etc. Very BORING.
He is becoming James Patterson in recycling the same story. His last book was terrible, but I really enjoyed his other books.
Yes, because I think he’s a great writer.
I agree that he’s a great writer.
Dan Brown writes topical, fascinating books which explore history, art, and the ways people perceive events. Of course, Daniel Kirkby, people’s interests differ–if you prefer a different style, or prefer other subject matters, that’s fine too. The world’s more interesting if we’re not all just alike.
One hit wonder probably would be more accurate
No he’s good ..
Agree.
I agree.
i like him have read most of hist but its like he repeats stuff to much like other writers who can’t think of things to write about
????
ooooh nooooo,
I liked Da Vinci Code.. Angels and Demons.. but Inferno was way out of league. Took me too long to finish the book as it was too much info and less of a plot or practical touch
No I think I am also.
I liked Digital Fortress, Angels & Demons and Da Vinci Code. I think he has more good books in him, but maybe he’s got something going on that is inhibiting him…but just my opinion of course.
I liked Digital Fortress, Angels & Demons, and Da Vinci Code, but sadly not 1 since then. But not opposed to keep trying, if my library continues to get them. Many writers go thru periods where their work is not up to par. I’ve yet to have a long time favorite author that didn’t produce some meh or outrightly awful books.
His early books were interesting…up to. The DaVinci code. Good beach or long plane ride books. After DV Code, his books became formula and arcane facts.
I really liked Inferno. I didn’t see the ending coming. He meticulously researches for his novels, sometimes too much! I enjoyed Origin, but that one too me a while to finish. I was a little disappointed with what it was building up to.
Tend to expect more but become disappointed. Big build up.
Haven’t read any of his books because I don’t care for the subject matter.
I honestly tried to read the DaVinci Code, but it was boring to me. I tried to watch the movie too, but it didn’t turn me on either. I honestly believe it was the writer himself that bummed me out. He took a subject that should have been extremely interesting, but it left me with a bland feeling.
I enjoyed the first 3 but not the last 3. Think he should stop now.
Yes, you’re the only one.
I thought The DaVinci Code was OK. I think he is a so-so writer.
could not read all of it had to stop just could not get into it at all.
No, you are not! I agree completely.
Agree. Very formulaic. But then I am not opposed to abandoning my love of good writing for a bit of entertainment 😉
I loved The Da Vinci Code; then I started reading the next book in the series, I did not finish it, it was nothing more than a rewrite of The Da Vinci Code. After that second book, I have not read another of his books.
Dan Brown my favorite author and my favorite book (which no one has mentioned) is deception point. Although I can understand why some people dislike him became his books do can of copy each other a bit but I thinks that’s just his style.
L’v
No, you are not. The list of popular writers I think are hacks is long indeed.
i like his books , im reading inferno those days .
There is a lot about ghostwriters surrounding him and a few of the other best sellers. More brands than actual writers, or so a lot of articles state. Patterson admits to his, easy enough to find the information if you google it.
@Daniel No, you’re not the only one!
I loved the DaVinic Code..
Nope
Nope…
Nope. I’m with you. I attempted two of his books and disliked them greatly enough to just stop reading and move on
I have tried his books did not care for him as a writer could just not get into them.
he may be a great writer but I just don’t like his books – read Da vinci code and a couple of others, could not hold interest
I think he prefers volume to plot.