We've got your back. With the Tough-O-Meter, you'll know whether to bring extra layers or Swiss army knives as you summit the literary mountain. (10 = Toughest)
(3) Base Camp
The Alchemist's story is straightforward and easy to follow, unlike the signs and omens Santiago finds himself chasing. However, you will run into some abstract concepts like Personal Legends that you'll have to think about every now and then—just enough to get the wheels turning.