![]() The sincerity and professionalism with which she handles her trade, never even once makes prostitution look degrading or humiliating. She gathers your sympathy, surprises you with her die-hard optimism, and amazes you with her ability to make things work despite all odds. The solidity of her character rubs onto you, you empathize with her, wish her luck in her sojourns and genuinely want her to be united with her true love. ![]() Despite being a part of one of the most ancient and yet the dirtiest job, she possesses a unique virginity, with a holier than thou heart, the impurity of her body never affecting her mind, her soul. ![]() However, as the story progresses, the purity of the girl’s nature comes as a pleasant surprise. However, it was my first book by Paulo and I felt lucky to read it without any preconceived notions about the writer’s style or genre.Įleven Minutes is a gripping tale of a young girl, who gets involved in the flesh trade, voluntarily to make quick money and to fulfill her own and her family’s long-cherished dreams. The author’s preface made it clear that this book is slightly different from his previous works and is going to change his reputation among his cult admirers of the Alchemist. ![]() I had heard this name many times before, but never had the opportunity to read his books, so I picked it up instantly. ![]() Eleven Minutes struck me as a title and the excitement increased manifold when I noticed the author’s name – Paulo Coelho. ![]()
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