The Goldfinch (2013)
0.1173Canon Score · ranked #229 all time
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About the book
"The Goldfinch is a rarity that comes along perhaps half a dozen times per decade, a smartly written literary novel that connects with the heart as well as the mind....Donna Tartt has delivered an extraordinary work of fiction."--Stephen King, The New York Times Book Review
Why it ranks #229
Every list on which The Goldfinch appears, with its position as published.
| List | Authority | Position |
|---|---|---|
| NYT 100 Best Books of 21st C (2024) | Major international poll | Selected |
| 1001 Books You Must Read (union) | Critics' canon | Selected |
| Vulture 21st Century Canon (2018) | Editorial list | Selected |