A review by bythelionsmane
By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept: A Novel of Forgiveness by Paulo Coelho

This book fascinated me on many levels. I didn't like the Alchemist as much as everybody hyped it up for me, but this book was great because the author talked about love on so many levels, to take the reader into a journey not into the typical love that people share, and how people perceive God. The whole idea of the feminine aspect of God is not new, I just think it's interesting how central to the story line it was as well how through it the main character rediscovered her faith.

very interesting aspects of faith were brought up in this book to question the status quo answers that have been neglected for too long. I cried at many points along the way for the decisions made, and the recognition of how deep love runs in each one of us for others and God.

I don't agree with the theology of this book but think it brings up important questions that we need to answer in different ways than just simply sticking our heads under the sand.