Theo of Golden

Theo of Golden is, without question, the best book I’ve read this year. Allen Levi has a rare gift for creating a character who doesn’t just live on the page but settles quietly into your heart. As I read, I found myself growing deeply attached to Theo—his gentleness, his wisdom, his quiet humor, and the way he moved through the world. By the time I reached the final chapters, I didn’t feel like I was finishing a story; I felt like I was saying goodbye to a dear friend.

This isn’t a book of loud drama, but one of deep humanity—full of grace, subtle lessons, and the kind of truth that lingers long after the last page.

When the book ended, I genuinely felt a sense of loss, the same ache that comes when you realize someone who mattered won’t be walking beside you anymore.

I’ll be thinking about Theo for a long time, and I suspect anyone who reads this book will feel the same.

A wonderful journey!

Nov 2025 pick

I loved this book. Story of a kind elderly man who decides to become a benefactor in the small town of Golden. A positive and interesting read!

This book is beautiful. Theo of Golden by Alan Levi is my first five-star read of 2026, and I absolutely adored it. Tender, thoughtful, and quietly powerful, it felt like an inspiration for living life with more love, art, and understanding. I will absolutely be recommending it.