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katharina90 's review for:
The Secret History
by Donna Tartt
dark
slow-paced
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Didn't write a review when I read this 10 years ago but gave 3 stars back then. I definitely liked it less this time around.
The characters are so unlikeable and the pace at times painfully slow. The second half of the book in particular is a slog and longer than necessary. The ending is unsatisfying.
Lots of unchallenged bigotry. To be expected with a book from the 90s with an elitist setting. It's just not enjoyable for me.
Audiobook: Didn't love the author's narration.
The characters are so unlikeable and the pace at times painfully slow. The second half of the book in particular is a slog and longer than necessary. The ending is unsatisfying.
Lots of unchallenged bigotry. To be expected with a book from the 90s with an elitist setting. It's just not enjoyable for me.
Audiobook: Didn't love the author's narration.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Gun violence, Homophobia, Racial slurs, Racism, Suicide, Violence, Suicide attempt, Murder, Classism
Minor: Ableism, Animal death, Eating disorder, Incest, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexism, Antisemitism