5 best reads of all time? Your input please x - Page 3

Originally posted by: Rictusempra

Hey there! 😊

So yeah, Paulo Coelho is actually a Brazilian old man--somewhere between 60 & 70 years of age, 'cause the last time I checked he was 62, and that wasn't more than 8 years ago--who writes in Portuguese. Brazilian Portuguese, of course.

 He's actually famous for his inspirational tale The Alchemist, which gives out the message of confidently following your dreams, tgrough a Shepherd called Santiago.

He's suffered much through the early years of his life. His father was an engineer, and so his dream of becoming a writer greatly appalled his parents. He was even sent off to some mental asylum to treat him out of his craziness--and logic-less-ness--about becoming a writer.

But he made it out alive, of course, and we eventually got an unbelievably amazing author! Plus, though I don't know much 'bout this part, but I guess he'd even become a lyricist for sometime, after leaving studies and before adopting writing.

And then he has written quite a number of books. His genre is a wide variety, actually. Mystery, romance, thrill, adventure, spiritual stuff - he's done it all. But, every one of his books have a message. They are philosophical in an extremely interesting way. And, in my personal opinion, his books are awfully  full of knowledge as well.

For instance:

The Winner Stands Alone (Mystery/Obsession/Crime): This one's actually my heart stealer! *_* And this would tell you anthing and everything that happens in the world of glamour, behind the curtain. It'll tell you about Film Makers, Actors, Models, Designers, and even Film Distributers.

The Zahir (Obsession/Romance): This one would be telling about what happens in the life of an author. A tiny spoiler - this book is in first person, is dedicated to his wife, and Coelho is himself in story.

I would never finish if I began, so I'll have to cut it off practically. 😆 

He's an amazing author, and you'll love him once you read him. Do give it a try, and feel free to ask for recommendations. I'll be more than willing. 🤗

-Aishwarya.

Originally posted by: iPriyalicious

Hey Aishwarya thank you so much for your detailed informations!!
Now I will definitely try his books! I will surely ask you more if I need further infos! Thanks for being so kind! 😊

And I definitely agree on Tell Me Your Dreams. Actually all Sidney Sheldon books are like the best thing you are ever going to read in the thriller genre. I felt spiritual pain while reading some 😆

Originally posted by: --MinOch--

Aishwarya didnu read his book Adultery?

My exams will be there nor I would had read it. Is it good?