Terri 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?

Terri Dickensian in its length and epic span. Hobie as the benefactor, Theo as the orphan Pip or Oliver Twist (take your pick), and Pippa as a nice Estella.…moreDickensian in its length and epic span. Hobie as the benefactor, Theo as the orphan Pip or Oliver Twist (take your pick), and Pippa as a nice Estella. Similar themes of rags to riches, unrequited love, class distinctions, etc. Will The Goldfinch stand the test of time as a classic novel, Not so sure......(less)

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