A review by bookishlybrianna
The Latinist by Mark Prins

dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

 The Latinist is a tightly crafted academic thriller that reimagines the Daphne and Apollo myth in contemporary Oxford. However, no one is a hero here as PhD student Tessa and esteemed professor Chris are messy and complex, wresting control and renown from one another and blurring the lines of love, lust, and obsession. The story oscillates from meditative lulls in Tessa's research and Chris's personal drama to tightly paced tension and release. Domestic thriller fans will find a lot to enjoy.