The Zahir

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by Paulo Coelho (Goodreads Author)

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Samantha Ege It shows how love isn't always perfect like the fairytales we have all grown up with, but it's disappointing due to the harsh reality of how emotional…moreIt shows how love isn't always perfect like the fairytales we have all grown up with, but it's disappointing due to the harsh reality of how emotionally unavailable the protagonist is and how vague and confusing his wife is. Although those are both stereotypical versions of men and women, I think it's pessimistic on how a relationship can and should be. Both characters don't fit with each other, and they see that in some retrospect. It was realistic, but pessimistic.(less)

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