A review by potatokao
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.5

very slow start, attempted to read at least 3 times, the thesis of “rediscovering your true purpose and destiny in life and following it wholeheartedly while trusting the process and believing in yourself” is given early in the book and repeated endlessly

not as eye opening or insightful as i’d hoped, giving very much surface level “follow your dreams!” vibes

i did like the ending though