64 pages 2 hours read

Roland Merullo

Breakfast With Buddha

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Breakfast With Buddha by Roland Merullo follows Otto Ringling, a pragmatic book editor, who embarks on a cross-country road trip from New York to North Dakota with his sister’s spiritual guru, Volya Rinpoche. Initially skeptical, Otto's physical journey transforms into a path of introspection and self-discovery, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of life's purpose and interconnectedness.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Breakfast With Buddha by Roland Merullo delivers a heartwarming and humorous journey of self-discovery. Critics appreciate its blend of spirituality, wit, and rich character development. Some find the pacing slow and the plot predictable, but the profound insights and engaging dialogue largely overshadow these flaws, making it an uplifting read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Breakfast With Buddha?

Readers who enjoy thought-provoking yet humorous journeys of self-discovery will appreciate Roland Merullo's Breakfast With Buddha. Similar to Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat, Pray, Love and Mitch Albom's Tuesdays with Morrie, this novel melds spirituality with everyday life, making it ideal for those intrigued by personal growth and philosophical exploration.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics

Religion / Spirituality

Philosophy

Genre

Travel Literature

Modern Classic Fiction

Philosophy

Themes

Self Discovery

Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality

Emotions/Behavior: Joy