The Alchemy of Dreams The Alchemist is an interesting book about having faith in dreams and believing them. It is an exceptional novel by the creative writer; Paulo Coelho. The book is thrilling, diverting and inspiring for the readers and others as well. The Alchemist is about a shepherd boy who dreamt of a hidden treasure under the pyramids of Egypt. He had been hesitant to follow his dreams because he met an old lady who believes that his dream is prophetic. He also met an old man who taught him about good and bad omens. And so, he made a decision to follow his dream towards his treasure in Egypt. The book is thrilling because every chapter has it's own twist. As the plot rises to it's peak, the story becomes more intense and exciting.