A review by bookishjo
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt

dark sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

I really wanted to love this book after hearing rave reviews, but I just kept reading and hoping it would get better. There are some really beautiful parts and it is really well written. I just wish it was 500 pages shorter. 
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