The Valkyries by Paulo Coelho

The Valkyries

Paulo Coelho with Alan R. Clark (Translator)

212 pages first pub 1988 (editions) user-added

fiction philosophy inspiring reflective relaxing slow-paced

Description

A haunting parable from this increasingly popular Brazilian author, recounting his quest into the Mojave desert, where he and his wife encountered angelic beings, who challenged him to follow his dreams. "By The River Piedra, I Sat Down And Wept",...

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Community Reviews Summary of 764 reviews

Moods

reflective 73%
adventurous 52%
mysterious 41%
inspiring 32%
challenging 20%
emotional 20%
hopeful 17%
informative 8%
dark 5%
relaxing 5%
tense 5%
funny 2%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 43%
slow 40%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 30% | Plot: 13% | N/A: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 12% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

No: 45% | It's complicated: 29% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 43% | Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 13%

Average rating

3.09

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