The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt
The book follows the life of a young boy who survives a terrorist bombing at an art museum, which kills his mother. In the confusion following the explosion, he steals a priceless Dutch painting, The Goldfinch, which becomes his secret treasure and eventually draws him into the criminal underworld. The narrative explores themes of loss, survival, and the power of art to shape human destiny.
The 1481st greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 671
Since this book was first published in 2013, there is a penalty of 62.4%. The age adjusted score is 252.3.
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