Theo of Golden by Allen Levi: Hardcover; 400 pages / English

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER One spring morning, a stranger arrives in the small southern city of Golden. No one knows where he has come from…or why… His name is Theo. And he asks a lot more questions than he answers. Theo visits the local coffeehouse, where ninety-two pencil portraits hang on the walls, portraits of the people of Golden done by a local artist. He begins purchasing them, one at a time, and putting them back in the hands of their “rightful owners.” With each exchange, a story is told, a friendship born, and a life altered. A story of giving and receiving, of seeing and being seen, Theo of Golden is a beautifully crafted novel about the power of creative generosity, the importance of wonder to a purposeful life, and the invisible threads of kindness that bind us to one another.

Why We Love It at Marguerite

Some books simply find you at the right moment, and Theo of Golden was one of those for me.

This beautifully written novel is a gentle reminder of the power of kindness, generosity, and truly seeing one another. Thoughtful, hopeful, and quietly inspiring, it's a story that lingers long after the final page.

Whether you're treating yourself or searching for a meaningful gift, Theo of Golden is a book to savor with a cup of tea and an unhurried afternoon. It's one I wholeheartedly recommend and am so happy to share at Marguerite.

Perfect for readers who love: uplifting fiction, small-town stories, thoughtful gifts, inspirational novels, and books that celebrate community, connection, and the beauty of everyday life.

XO

Peggy