An Object of Beauty
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
292
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1990s-2000s
2010
Adult
18+ years
An Object of Beauty by Steve Martin follows the life of an ambitious young woman entering the New York City art world. Detailing her rise through the ranks of auction houses and galleries, the novel explores her relationships, career, and the intricacies of the art market.
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Steve Martin's An Object of Beauty offers an intelligent and witty exploration of the art world, underscored by its vivid character development and engaging narrative. However, some readers find the protagonist's lack of depth off-putting, and the plot occasionally meanders. Overall, it's an insightful read for art enthusiasts, though not without its flaws.
Readers who would enjoy An Object of Beauty by Steve Martin are typically art enthusiasts and fans of literary fiction with a keen interest in the art world. Similar to those who appreciate Donna Tartt’s The Goldfinch and Michael Cunningham’s By Nightfall, they relish intricate character studies and explorations of beauty and ambition.
106,631 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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292
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1990s-2000s
2010
Adult
18+ years
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