The Goldfinch, written by Donna Tartt, is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel that revolves around a stolen painting. The story follows Theo Decker, a young boy who survives a tragic accident that kills his mother. In the chaos of the aftermath, Theo takes a priceless painting called 'The Goldfinch.' As he grows up, Theo becomes entangled in a world of art forgery and theft, struggling to keep the painting hidden and protect himself from the consequences. Tartt's masterful storytelling and richly drawn characters make The Goldfinch a captivating exploration of art, loss, and the lengths people will go to preserve what they love.