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Mentioned in 19 episodes

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.

Mentioned by

Elizabeth Currid-Halkett

Rebecca Schinsky

Mentioned in 19 episodes

Mentioned by

Soman Chainani

as an author whose work is characterized by deep immersion and emotional impact.

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Mentioned by

Richard Osman

, who thinks it is better than 'The Secret History'.

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Mentioned by

Alex Cranz

when discussing books that speak to the experiences she's having.

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Mentioned by

Eric Zimmer

as one of the books in his "secret shelf".

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Mentioned by

Cody Houdek

as a book he is reading and enjoying.

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Mentioned by

Tabitha Syrett

as another Donna Tartt novel, referenced regarding Tartt's writing habits and adaptations.

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Mentioned by Sarah Cavanaugh as a book she has read and loved.

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Mentioned by Stephen Nadler as inspiration for a book he is slowly working on about a Dutch painting.

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Recommended by

Elizabeth Currid-Halkett

as her favorite book, a Dickensian epic exploring themes of art, loss, and identity.

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Mentioned by

Jeff O'Neal

and

Rebecca Schinsky

during their Pulitzer ranking discussion, acknowledging its popularity despite a poorly received adaptation.

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