By the River Piedra, I Sat Down and Wept

The story of an independent young woman whose life is changed forever by a chance encounter with a childhood friend. A magical blend of compelling action, exotic locations and intriguing characters, told with Paulo`s characteristic power and insight.

 

Pilar is an independent and practical young woman who is feeling bored and frustrated by the daily grind of her university life. Looking for a deeper meaning to her existence, she happens to meet an old childhood friend, now a handsome, mesmerizing spiritual teacher - and a rumoured miracle worker. As he leads her on a magical journey through the Fench Pyrenees, Pilar begins to realize that this chance encounter is going to transform her life forever.

 

With Paulo`s trademark blend of mysticism, magical realism and folklore, Pilar`s story is a poignant and deeply inspiring tale

 

Review:

 

`One of the few to deserve the term

"Publishing Phenomenon"`

INDEPENDENT OF SUNDAY

 

`His books have had a life-enancing impact on millions of people.`

THE TIMES

 

`this (is an) exceptional novel.`

Laura Esquivel, author of LIKE WATER FOR CHOCOLATE