A review by sofipitch
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt

mysterious reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

If a sad character isn't introduced to alcohol/drugs and crime by a charismatic alcholic(s), is it really a Donna Tartt novel?
I really loved this book, I seem to really love books with Byronic heros, wonder what that means about me. I love how well Tartt writes ppl, all the details in her book really bring the characters to life. The some interactions between Theo and his dad brought tears to my eyes how accurately they seemed to depict how it was so similar to my own dad and I.
I feel like I could also write an essay comparing this book and Interview with the Vampire. We have the outgoing and charming friend with no morals dragging a sad alcoholic down with him. However the end of this book comes to a conclusion that Louis doesn't come to till Prince Lestat: the world is a horrible place but the best thing to do is still to find your place in it.

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