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The Fortunate Ones

Washington Post Review

“The Fortunate Ones has echoes of Gatsby… [a] quietly Gothic novel… Tarkington, a talented and compassionate writer, neither wishes to shock nor to prevaricate with his plot. His fortunate characters have deep flaws and complicated pasts… aspects of The Fortunate Ones echo a slew of classic novels, including As I Lay Dying, A Separate Peace (which is even mentioned), The Moviegoer and Big Fish… Tarkington’s insight into the meaning of home rings true.”

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Kirkus Starred Review

“A hefty political page-turner about what it means to have money and how we fall in love with it…An impressive literary balancing act that entertains as it enriches.”

Publishers Weekly Review

“[A] spirited coming-of-age story… Tarkington’s strong story of loyalty and the corruption of privilege transcends the familiar set-up.”

Booklist Review

“Delicious with drawn-out tension and intrigue, The Fortunate Ones is an atmospheric triumph.”