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A review by vgdavies03
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Tartt is an extremely talented writer and The Goldfinch is simultaneously intriguing and heartbreaking. However, the long descriptions and philosophizing are just not for me. The book could've been a lot shorter if some of the fat had been cut out. Still an enjoyable read though.
Graphic: Drug abuse, Suicide, Physical abuse, Mental illness, Grief, Death of parent, and Alcoholism