![]() ![]() Speaking of Boris and Theo, the hints of a romantic relationship (see pg. ![]() He is a wolf in sheep's clothing and manipulated Theo for decades. I realize he is beloved by some, but the sections of the book I liked least were the ones where he was prominent. It is way too long and that's coming from a person that doesn't mind an epic as long as it has strong characters - as "The Goldfinch" does - and a clear purpose, which is missing from "The Goldfinch" in several chapters. Since this has been out in the world for quite some time, I won't rehash details, but I do want to share a few thoughts: Will it become one of my favorites? Ask me in a few months. It will take me a while to digest all the nuances of this book, but my initial thought is wow, that was a lot.ĭid I like it? Unequivocally, yes. ![]() Why I Read It: It was one of the most-lauded novels of the 2010s. Recommended For: Fans of short- and long-list literature. ![]() Reality: A captivating and gorgeously written novel that, at times, asks too much of the reader. He is tormented by an unbearable longing for his mother, and down the years clings to the thing that most reminds him of her: a small, strangely captivating painting that ultimately draws him into the criminal underworld.Įxpectation: A modern “Great American Novel.” 100-Word (or Less) Synopsis: Aged thirteen, Theo Decker, son of a devoted mother and a reckless, largely absent father, survives an accident that otherwise tears his life apart. ![]()
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