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The Alchemist

Paulo Coelho

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Jun 03, 2009 Maya rated it it was ok

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Did not live up to the hype for me. I thought the story and writing were not that creative, thus not inspiring, and the ending was lame. The moral of the story seemed more wishful than real. Maybe I am jaded or something, but this book was simply not great.

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Feb 07, 2011 Allison rated it it was ok

This book didn't work for me, mainly because I didn't like the style of the story. I thought the "message" was heavy handed and it felt forced to me. ...more

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Oct 20, 2008 Elizabeth rated it it was amazing

This goes on my New Favorites shelf, certainly. What a beautifully written, simple, timeless story. I'd be absolutely shocked if I don't end up reading this book many more times. ...more

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