Adultery

Brief Overview

The book «Adultery» by Paulo Coelho tells the story of Linda, a successful journalist living in Geneva. Despite her seemingly perfect life—with a loving husband, children, and a prestigious job—Linda feels an inner emptiness and dissatisfaction. Upon meeting her former lover Jacob, she embarks on an affair with him, hoping to rekindle a lost sense of passion and purpose. However, the adultery leads to an even greater internal conflict, forcing Linda to reevaluate her values and priorities. Through this journey, she realizes that true happiness and fulfillment depend not on external circumstances but on inner harmony and self-acceptance.