44 pages 1 hour read

Tracy Chevalier

Girl With a Pearl Earring

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Girl With a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier receives praise for its vivid depiction of 17th-century Delft and its richly atmospheric narrative. The characterization of Griet and her journey resonates with readers. However, some find the plot predictable and the pacing slow at times. Overall, it's celebrated for its evocative prose and historical detail.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Girl With a Pearl Earring?

A reader who appreciates richly detailed historical fiction with a focus on art and drama will enjoy Girl With a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier. Comparable to readers of Orhan Pamuk's My Name is Red and Donna Tartt's The Goldfinch, they will relish the intricate storytelling and exploration of 17th-century Dutch life.

Recommended

Reading Age

15-18years

Lexile Level

770L

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Romance
Classic Fiction
Topics
Arts / Culture
History: World
Themes
Values/Ideas: Art