The Goldfinch
by Donna Tartt
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt holds a well received rating of 3.87 out of 5, based on 396.8K reader ratings. First published in 2013. The book spans 771 pages.
About The Goldfinch
It begins with a boy. Theo Decker, a thirteen-year-old New Yorker, miraculously survives an accident that kills his mother. Abandoned by his father, Theo is taken in by the family of a wealthy friend. Bewildered by his strange new home on Park Avenue, disturbed by schoolmates who don't know how to talk to him, and tormented above all by his unbearable longing for his mother, he clings to one thing that reminds him of her: a small, mysteriously captivating painting that ultimately draws Theo into the underworld of art.As an adult, Theo moves silkily between the drawing rooms of the rich and the dusty labyrinth of an antiques store where he works. He is alienated and in love-and at the center of a narrowing, ever more dangerous circle.The Goldfinch combines vivid characters, mesmerizing language, and suspense, while plumbing with a philosopher's calm the deepest mysteries of love, identity, and art. It is an old-fashioned story of loss and obsession, survival and self-invention, and the ruthless machinations of fate.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Donna Tartt |
| Published | 2013 |
| Pages | 771 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Arts & Photography, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.87 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 396,756 |
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What genre is The Goldfinch?
The Goldfinch is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Arts & Photography, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Goldfinch worth reading?
Based on 396.8K reader ratings, The Goldfinch has an average score of 3.87 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Goldfinch?
The Goldfinch has 771 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Goldfinch?
The Goldfinch was written by Donna Tartt. It was first published in 2013.
What is the ISBN for The Goldfinch?
The ISBN-13 for The Goldfinch is 9780316055440.0.
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