The Goldfinch
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The Goldfinch
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Narrated by:
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David Pittu
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By:
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Donna Tartt
About this listen
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize For Fiction 2014
Longlisted – Baileys Women’s Prize 2014
Audie Award Finalist, Literary Fiction, 2013
Aged 13, Theo Decker, son of a devoted mother and a reckless, largely absent father, survives an accident that otherwise tears his life apart. Alone and rudderless in New York, he is taken in by the family of a wealthy friend. He is tormented by an unbearable longing for his mother, and down the years clings to one thing that reminds him of her: a small, strangely captivating painting that ultimately draws him into the criminal underworld.
As he grows up, Theo learns to glide between the drawing rooms of the rich and the dusty antiques store where he works. He is alienated and in love - and his talisman, the painting, places him at the centre of a narrowing, ever more dangerous circle.
The Goldfinch is a haunted odyssey through present-day America and a drama of enthralling power. Combining unforgettably vivid characters and thrilling suspense, it is a beautiful, addictive triumph - a sweeping story of loss and obsession, of survival and self-invention, of the deepest mysteries of love, identity and fate.
©2013 Tay Ltd (P)2013 Hachette AudioListeners also enjoyed...
Editor reviews
What did you like most about The Goldfinch?
I loved the sensitivity of the writing, the childhood time of the main character, written with such beauty and realism in my view. I loved the way the story grew through the chapters and how there was such great depth to it. Full of great characters and I learned a lot about art too! Bonus, the descriptive writing of the painting was poetry to me.Who was your favorite character and why?
The main character, he was flawed and believable.Which character – as performed by David Pittu – was your favourite?
the lead character, but a close second was his best friend.Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Very much so it, made me laugh and cry. I didn't want him to grow up, I wasn't sure the author could hold my attention with the character as an adult, but there was no need to worry, he was just as captivating.Any additional comments?
A superb listen. I highly recommend this book to both male and female readers. Great author, I look forward to reading more of this authors work.A great Listen
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What did you like best about The Goldfinch? What did you like least?
I loved the way Hoby was portrayed - he came across as very cosy and comforting. I hated the length of this book - no need and the story could have easily been told in half the time while still maintaining lots of good prose.What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)
There is no ending - I wanted to know how it all worked out, but instead we got a bit of a preachy end I'm afraid. Very unsatisfying after hanging on in there for so many hours.Which character – as performed by David Pittu – was your favourite?
HobyWas The Goldfinch worth the listening time?
No - it was far too long. I started to enjoy it after about 2 hours, but by the time I got to 10-12 hours in, I was a bit bored. There is just too much unnecessary detail.Way too long!
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Would you consider the audio edition of The Goldfinch to be better than the print version?
The characterisation achieved by the reader is amazing.Who was your favorite character and why?
All the characters stand out and are perfectly portrayed by author and narratorWhich scene did you most enjoy?
At the scenes of highest tension, I had to steel myself to carry on listening. The outcome for characters becomes very real!Any additional comments?
Tartt's writing is incredibly evocative across a wide range of characters, settings and events. Loved the sections set in New York, particularly. The narrator could not have done a better job in bringing it all alive: I can see almost every scene clearly in my head.Great writing, great reading
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I heard someone in passing say this was their favorite book of all time so I thought I’d give it a go. What I didn’t expect was a story full of love, loss, hope and sorrow. It explores all of the above through the relationships in the life of one boy and then as a man.
It’s tender and brutal and I absolutely loved it!
Fabulous!
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It just goes on and on when it really should have concluded, for me.
A shame because the first 75% are enjoyable.
Far too long.
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prose before all
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The narrator was also excellent
A work of genius
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Beautifully characterised and constructed. I loved this book and will keep it in my mind for a long time.
Brilliant
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Fantastic story, enthralling narration.
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Sooooooo long
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