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First of all, read this book. Seriously, go read this. This book was one of the best things I've ever read. My mom has been recommending this book to me since like, forever. And, I had been in a reading slump since 2 - 3 weeks. I couldn't get into any book. So, when I picked this book, I thought why not? Let me tell you, I read this book in 2 hrs. on point. One of the best books ever. It has sold over 20 million copies worldwide. It even has been translated into 42 languages. If that didn't convince you, scroll ahead.
Summary
- A shepherd who goes on a life changing journey to fulfill his destiny.
List of all the plus points :-
Easy to read. No complicated words or sentences.
Realistic Characters - I related so much to the characters, they almost feel like a real person.
Great Messages - Even though the main theme of the book is destiny, it has other messages such as - your own choices, positive thinking and love.
Short read - sometimes we need a short book with a good thought, this is that book. And trust me, after you finish it, you'll wish it was longer.
Character Review :-
Santiago, the shepherd - He is definitely one of the most relatable characters ever written. He represents the people who don't think they want more, and when they finally think about it, they aren't sure if it is worth the risk.
The King - He is the one that lights the fire inside our protagonist, when he first comes into this story but you don't think much of him but when he flips the switch, in one second making you love him.
The Crystal Merchant - This is the character I related to the most, and I'm sad I did. Sometimes you don't know what's wrong until you start relating to such characters. So complex and underrated.
The Englishman - He is like the classic dreamer you see in movies and shows. He follows his dream and though sometimes he doesn't achieve what he wants, he doesn't give up.
Fatima - She and Santiago are the only ones with proper names in the book. And, even after that the author chooses not to use their names and instead use boy or girl. When I asked my mom about it she said - it is because it could be any boy or girl in this world. Anyway, back to Fatima's character review, we don't explore much of her character but she is a likeable person.
The Alchemist - The one after whom the book is named. He is one of those character who isn't immediately liked but at the end just grows on you. He is smart, quick and an amazing character.
At the End
Star review - 5/5 stars
Final judgement - One of the best books ever written, Go, read it !
Until the next
Happy Reading!
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