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This novel follows the life of Athena, an abandoned daughter of a Transylvanian gypsy, in a tale told from the viewpoints of her adoptive journalist mother, a teacher of calligraphy, and an actress. The story spans over twenty years as Athena navigates her life in England, Romania, and Transylvania, encountering various characters along the way.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Romance/Paranormal Romance
Authors: Paulo Coelho
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