Golden Child
Golden Child
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionTrinidad • 1980s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Golden Child by Claire Adam explores the lives of a family in Trinidad, focusing on their twin sons with contrasting futures. It delves into the challenges they face in a society marked by socio-economic struggles, examining themes of family, identity, and sacrifice while highlighting the parents' difficult decisions affecting their children's destinies.
Emotional
Mysterious
Dark
Melancholic
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Golden Child by Claire Adam has been praised for its immersive portrayal of Trinidadian life, offering a compelling narrative with emotional depth. The novel's exploration of family dynamics and sacrifice resonates with readers. Some critique the pacing as uneven, with a few plot elements feeling underdeveloped. Overall, it captivates with its rich setting and poignant themes.
Who Should Read Golden Child?
A reader who enjoys Golden Child by Claire Adam is likely captivated by family dynamics, moral dilemmas, and cultural settings in Trinidad. Fans of culturally immersive stories like Arundhati Roy's The God of Small Things or Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Half of a Yellow Sun would appreciate this novel's depth and emotional complexity.
9,748 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
281
Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionTrinidad • 1980s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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