Barbara Newhall answers “A lot of reviewers have called this book...”

Ami asked this question about The Goldfinch:

A lot of reviewers have called this book "Dickensian." What is it about The Goldfinch that reminds everyone of Charles Dickens so much?

Barbara Newhall I think it's because it's about a young person who is -- rather hopelessly -- placed into impossible circumstances beyond his control. Which is why I …moreI think it's because it's about a young person who is -- rather hopelessly -- placed into impossible circumstances beyond his control. Which is why I don't enjoy Dickens and am mistrustful of this book. I, along with the protagonist, feel so defeated right from the get-go.(less)

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