





Robert Langdon
6 books
The Robert Langdon series by Dan Brown has 5 books. Start with Angels and Demons (2000), then read the rest in the order below. Related works without a series number, like companions and adaptations, are listed after them.
Robert Langdon reading order

Angels and Demons
Dan Brown
Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is drawn into a dangerous investigation when a murder occurs at CERN, the world's largest particle physics laboratory. He soon finds himself in a desperate race against time, navigating the ancient streets of Rome and the hallowed halls of Vatican City. As Langdon unravels a complex web of clues, he uncovers a sinister plot involving a resurgent ancient secret society and a terrifying weapon that threatens to shake the very foundations of faith. This thrilling adventure masterfully blends cutting-edge science, historical mysteries, and profound religious symbolism, pushing Langdon to his limits as he confronts a conspiracy that could change the world forever.

The Da Vinci Code
Dan Brown
When a murder occurs within the Louvre, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is drawn into a baffling mystery involving cryptic symbols and hidden clues. Teaming up with French cryptologist Sophie Neveu, Langdon uncovers a trail of secrets concealed within the works of Leonardo da Vinci, secrets that point to a powerful, ancient organization. Their investigation plunges them into a dangerous race against time, pursued by shadowy figures as they attempt to unravel a truth that could redefine history and shake the foundations of faith.

The Lost Symbol
Dan Brown
Renowned symbologist Robert Langdon is summoned to Washington D.C. for a seemingly routine lecture, only to find himself embroiled in a dangerous race against time. When a cryptic invitation leads him into a hidden world of ancient secrets and Masonic mysteries, Langdon must decipher a trail of symbols to uncover a truth that could change humanity forever. Facing a formidable adversary and a ticking clock, he navigates the capital's iconic landmarks, uncovering a conspiracy that stretches back centuries. Dan Brown masterfully blends historical intrigue, thrilling puzzles, and a high-stakes chase through the heart of America's capital.

Inferno
Dan Brown
Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon awakens in an Italian hospital with amnesia, a mysterious object in his possession, and a deadly assassin on his trail. Teaming up with a resourceful doctor, he embarks on a desperate race through Florence, deciphering a trail of cryptic clues. Their quest plunges them into a world of art, science, and a brilliant scientist's apocalyptic obsession, all tied to Dante Alighieri's "Inferno." Langdon must unravel the enigma before a catastrophic event is unleashed upon the world.

Origin
Dan Brown
A provocative new mystery draws symbologist Robert Langdon to the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, where a stunning scientific revelation from futurist Edmond Kirsch threatens to reshape humanity’s understanding of existence. When the presentation is abruptly derailed, Langdon must follow a trail of cryptic clues through Spain’s art, history, and sacred spaces to uncover the truth and share it with the world. Blending cutting-edge technology, religious symbolism, and philosophical questions about where we come from and where we are going, the novel delivers a fast-paced thriller in the author’s signature style.

Angels and Demons / the Da Vinci Code
Dan Brown
Embark on a thrilling race against time as a Harvard symbologist is drawn into a world of ancient secrets and hidden conspiracies. When a renowned Vatican expert is murdered, he must decipher a trail of cryptic clues left behind, leading him through a labyrinth of art, history, and forbidden knowledge. The fate of the world hangs in the balance as he confronts a shadowy organization with ties to the Illuminati, a secret society thought to be long extinct. This gripping narrative masterfully blends historical mystery with pulse-pounding action, exploring profound questions about faith, science, and the very nature of truth.