A young boy in New York City, Theo Decker, miraculously survives an accident that takes the life of his mother. Alone and abandoned by his father, Theo is taken in by a friend's family and struggles to make sense of his new life. In the years that follow, he becomes entranced by one of the few things that reminds him of his mother; a small, mysteriously captivating painting that ultimately draws Theo into the art underworld. "Starred Review."--Booklist "***1/2 out of 4"--People "Starred Review."--Kirkus Reviews "Grade B-"--Entertainment Weekly
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