Avenue Of Mysteries by John Irving
Set against the backdrop of the Philippines and Mexico, this novel follows the journey of Juan Diego, a writer who revisits his past through vivid dreams and memories. As a young boy, Juan Diego grew up in a Mexican dump with his sister Lupe, who possesses the uncanny ability to read minds and predict the future. Their lives are shaped by a series of mystical and transformative events, including encounters with a circus, a Jesuit mission, and a mysterious figure known as "The Virgin." As Juan Diego navigates his adult life, his past and present intertwine, revealing the profound impact of his childhood experiences on his identity and destiny.
- Published
- 2015
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 480-500
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Aleja Tajemnic
- Avenue of Mysteries
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