Me gusto mucho un libro en el cual me senti muy abierta a leer sobre temas que nunca habia encontrado en ningun libro, Paulo Coelho sabe muy bien como describir los sentimientos y la naturaleza del ser humano en el. La historia muy buena, una realidad que muchas mujeres viven. ( )

This is the second Coelho book I've read and was intrigued with the theme as told by a friend. The story is different from his other works, although the inspirational and philosophical aspects weren't lacking, it's amazing how a prostitute's story was told. The title was explained well and there sex scenes which weren't lewd in any way. It is also a feel-good story because of the happy ending. ( )

1star *
The characters are predictable, yet never seem to be real.
the theme has been done before, yet I am sure much better.
The storyline is too predictable and I found myself going to sleep.
I am sure that sex sells and probably stories about prostitution, also.
But, this was just a bunch of stereotypes thrown together with snippets of other works for the plot changes.

One of the best books I have ever read. It taught me that life is not as easy as a fairy tale, but it can be one too. It all depends on how you view your life. This book really touched my heart. I'm glad that Maria is not an ordinary woman, that even though her work is not socially accepted, she is not ashamed of it. And what I like about her most is her courage. She taught me that I shouldn't afraid of my future, that sorrow and grief can never be avoided. That in whatever I do, I should always not let opportunities pass me, and regret it later. That money is not what is always important. Your soul, you dignity, and most of all, love, is what matters. I will always remember her when times get rough and when I have doubts. I will always remember the lesson this book taught me: to always believe in pure and blind love. I have been using my head more than my heart frequently, but now I will try to balance both and know what to choose and never regret it afterward ; to treat everything as an opportunity, and most of all, to love. ( )

When you think you had seen enough life, just then Paulo comes out with another sould shaking novel. It makes me live! ( )