The Goldfinch

The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It really felt like it took me forever to read this book. Despite the length of time that it took me, I would say it was worth it, although I was disappointed by the ending.
As I read other reviews online, I supposedly missed the concept of Art and how it affects people in certain ways. I would be interested in seeing the Goldfinch painting someday. I was disturbed by Theo and Kitsy's relationship. I was continually rooting for Theo to do the right thing, but was sadly disappointed. I found Kitsy's character to be self-centered and laughable.
All in all I thought it was a good read, but long. I disagree with the reviewers that state that is literary genius, but read it for yourself and let me know what you think.

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Orphan Train

Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

From the first page of this book to the last, I was hooked and couldn't put it down! I enjoyed this book so much and I read it one day.
I thoroughly enjoyed reliving Niamh's journey from Ireland, to becoming Dorothy and then her life as Vivian. The addition of Molly's character gives Vivian's story a voice that it might not have had if they had not met. Molly's own sad tale of being orphaned and bouncing from home to home giving her a unique perspective on the world. I found the story unique and am curious on doing some more reading about the orphan trains.
Well done.

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