Cynthia Gomez
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Real Life
- A Novel
- By: Brandon Taylor
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
- Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 446
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 381
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Story4 out of 5 stars 383
Almost everything about Wallace is at odds with the Midwestern university town where he is working uneasily toward a biochem degree. An introverted young man from Alabama, black and queer, he has left behind his family without escaping the long shadows of his childhood. For reasons of self-preservation, Wallace has enforced a wary distance even within his own circle of friends—some dating each other, some dating women, some feigning straightness.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Not My Gay Real Life
- By Haynes on 02-29-20
- Real Life
- A Novel
- By: Brandon Taylor
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
I read this book for Kid Cudi
Reviewed: 12-15-20
I didn’t know what to expect coming into this book. I started listening to it because of Scott Mescudi’s announcement of producing a film out of this story. The plot takes place over a single weekend, and as crazy as that sounds, the author is able to make it the most “real life” weekend. I wish I could write like this. I will definitely be reading more stories like this. I recommend everyone to listen before watching, the book is always deeper than the movie. I’m excited to see what they come up with though.
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6 people found this helpful
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The Alchemist
- A Fable About Following Your Dream
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Jeremy Irons
- Length: 4 hrs
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 83,415
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 71,924
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 71,832
Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its simplicity and wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of treasure buried in the Pyramids. Along the way he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself king, and an Alchemist, all of whom point Santiago in the direction of his quest.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A Timeless Tale
- By Judi on 01-07-07
- The Alchemist
- A Fable About Following Your Dream
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Jeremy Irons
Must read
Reviewed: 12-02-20
I’m 23 years old, going on 24 and this is the first time I ever read/listen to this book. I really liked this book because it’s so simple. I’m going through a journey of my own at the moment, reading so many self help books, trying to figure out my own Life Purpose. This book has made it easier for me to realize that I just need to listen to my heart and know that love is within me. This story taught me how simple life can be if you set your mind on what you want. It taught me that love is life. You are god and god is within you.
I would recommend this book to anyone who feels they are close to discovering their true purpose. For anyone who has doubts about their purpose, don’t. You just have to keep going, listen to your heart. Let life flow and don’t doubt the path that lies ahead. “Everything happens for a reason” was already my favorite quote. This just reassures me that I’m on the right track.
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