In Eleven Minutes, Paulo Coelho tells the story of Maria, a young woman from Brazil who moves to Geneva in pursuit of a better life but unexpectedly finds herself working as a high-class escort. As she navigates love, desire, and self-discovery, Maria struggles to understand the meaning of true intimacy beyond physical pleasure. Through her journey, she learns about personal freedom, the complexities of relationships, and the fine balance between pain and passion. With poetic storytelling, Coelho explores the idea that love is not just about the body but also about the soul’s deepest desires.