Theodora Decker

Theodora Decker is a fictional character from Donna Tartt's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, "The Goldfinch." She is the mother of the protagonist, Theo Decker. Theodora is depicted as a free-spirited and somewhat troubled artist whose complex relationship with her son is central to the story. Her tragic fate profoundly impacts Theo’s life, influencing his perspectives on art, loss, and identity. The character explores themes of love, resilience, and the struggle to cope with grief, making her a vital part of the narrative and Theo's emotional development throughout the novel.