“Well, you know, in any novel you would hope that the hero has someone to push back against, and villains - I find the most interesting villains those who do the right things for the wrong reasons, or the wrong things for the right reasons. Either one is interesting. I love the gray area between right and wrong.”

American novelist and thriller writer, best known for his bestselling *Robert Langdon* series, which blends historical mysteries with conspiracy theories and religious intrigue. His work often explores themes of hidden truths and the tension between faith and science, appealing to a broad audience of readers seeking suspense and intellectual engagement.