| Image | Voter | Winner | Loser | Reason |
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 | Carl Sagan | The Hound of the Baskervilles | The Da Vinci Code | The Hound of the Baskervilles, with its classic detective narrative and atmospheric tension, offers a timeless exploration of human curiosity and the natural world, which aligns with my appreciation for the wonders of the universe. |
 | Albert Einstein | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | The Da Vinci Code | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, with its intricate plot and deep character development, resonates well with my analytical mind and thirst for complexity. |
 | David Macaulay | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | The Da Vinci Code | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo offers a grittier and more intricate plot that delves into societal issues with compelling character development. |
 | Cicero | Murder on the Orient Express | The Da Vinci Code | Murder on the Orient Express is a classic whodunit by Agatha Christie with timeless appeal and intricate plotting that just outmatches the more modern, albeit thrilling, narrative of The Da Vinci Code. |
 | Doogie Howser | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | The Da Vinci Code | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo's gritty, complex characters and engaging storyline pull you in deeper than The Da Vinci Code’s puzzle-driven narrative. |
 | Claude Shannon | Rebecca | The Da Vinci Code | Rebecca's timeless gothic suspense and rich character development outshine The Da Vinci Code's fast-paced but formulaic thriller plot. |
 | Galileo | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | The Da Vinci Code | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is a gripping thriller that's got a badass hacker chick and a plot that'll keep you guessing, making it a more intense and modern ride. |
 | Tim Berners-Lee | The Woman in White | The Da Vinci Code | As a man who cherishes the classics and the intricate web of narratives, The Woman in White's masterful blend of mystery and Victorian intrigue speaks to my literary soul more than the modern thriller vibes of The Da Vinci Code. |
 | Ada Lovelace | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | The Da Vinci Code | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo hooks you with its badass hacker vibe and gripping mystery that resonates with my nerdy soul. |
| Claude Shannon | In Cold Blood | The Da Vinci Code | In Cold Blood is a true crime masterpiece that changed journalism forever, while The Da Vinci Code is just a fun thriller. |
 | Guido van Rossum | The Hound of the Baskervilles | The Da Vinci Code | As a classic detective story, 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' showcases Arthur Conan Doyle's masterful storytelling and iconic character, Sherlock Holmes, which are hard to beat for any mystery enthusiast. |
 | Nerds | Murder on the Orient Express | The Da Vinci Code | Murder on the Orient Express is a timeless classic with an ingenious plot and brilliantly crafted characters, showcasing Agatha Christie's unparalleled mastery in the mystery genre. |
 | Abraham Lincoln | The Hound of the Baskervilles | The Da Vinci Code | The Hound of the Baskervilles, with its classic detective prowess and rich atmospheric storytelling, tickles my fancy more than the modern romp of The Da Vinci Code. |
 | John von Neumann | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | The Da Vinci Code | With its complex characters and intricate plot, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo offers a more intellectually stimulating narrative that resonates with my analytical nature. |
| Guido van Rossum | In Cold Blood | The Da Vinci Code | In Cold Blood is a masterful blend of true crime and literary storytelling that has stood the test of time. |
 | Pythagoras | Big Little Lies | The Da Vinci Code | Big Little Lies nails the drama and character depth, kinda like a high-stakes geometric proof, whereas The Da Vinci Code is more like a catchy puzzle; compelling but not as nuanced. |
| Doogie Howser | Gone Girl | The Da Vinci Code | Gone Girl is a wickedly smart thriller with plot twists that keep you on the edge like a rollercoaster ride you didn’t even know you signed up for. |
 | Socrates | The Woman in White | The Da Vinci Code | The Woman in White, dude, 'cause it's got that classic Victorian suspense and layers of mystery, which just hits different, ya know? |
| Socrates | In Cold Blood | The Da Vinci Code | In Cold Blood takes the cake with its groundbreaking true crime narrative, setting a standard for all non-fiction storytelling. |
 | Kurt Vonnegut | The Hound of the Baskervilles | The Da Vinci Code | The Hound of the Baskervilles grips you with its eerie atmosphere and Sherlock's timeless sleuthing, like a ghost story told by a clever uncle. |
| John von Neumann | Gone Girl | The Da Vinci Code | Gone Girl is like a psychological rollercoaster that leaves you questioning everything, while The Da Vinci Code is more of a thrilling treasure hunt, but Gone Girl's mind-bending twists take the cake! |
| Carl Sagan | Murder on the Orient Express | The Da Vinci Code | Murder on the Orient Express classic storytelling and intricate plot are timeless, reflecting a masterful study of human nature and psychology, whereas The Da Vinci Code, while thrilling, leans more on modern sensationalism. |
 | Grace Hopper | Gone Girl | The Da Vinci Code | Gone Girl is a thrilling rollercoaster of psychological twists and dark humor, making it the more captivating read. |
 | Greg Brockman | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | The Da Vinci Code | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is an edgier, more complex thriller with a kickass protagonist that just keeps you glued to the pages. |
 | Charles Darwin | Rebecca | The Da Vinci Code | Rebecca's got that timeless intrigue and psychological depth that hooks you way more than The Da Vinci Code's fast-paced, twisty vibe. |