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The Goldfinch
Book • 2013
The novel centers around 13-year-old Theodore Decker, whose life dramatically changes after he survives a terrorist attack at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where his mother is killed.
During the chaos, Theo takes the famous Dutch painting 'The Goldfinch' by Carel Fabritius.
The story follows Theo's journey through grief, guilt, and his complex relationships, including his friendship with Boris and his involvement in the art underworld.
The novel spans several years, detailing Theo's struggles with identity, loss, and the impact of the painting on his life.
During the chaos, Theo takes the famous Dutch painting 'The Goldfinch' by Carel Fabritius.
The story follows Theo's journey through grief, guilt, and his complex relationships, including his friendship with Boris and his involvement in the art underworld.
The novel spans several years, detailing Theo's struggles with identity, loss, and the impact of the painting on his life.
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Soman Chainani as an author whose work is characterized by deep immersion and emotional impact.
Soman Chainani as an author whose work is characterized by deep immersion and emotional impact.
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