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A review by pumpkinbread02
The Secret History by Donna Tartt
dark
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
rating is subject to change. so many thoughts that i can’t put into words. mostly: why? beautiful prose and symbolism, yet underdeveloped characters, unnecessary incest subplots, and inconsistent pacing.
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Death, and Murder
Moderate: Drug abuse, Drug use, Homophobia, Misogyny, Suicide, and Classism
Minor: Animal death, Gun violence, Incest, Panic attacks/disorders, Racial slurs, Toxic relationship, Violence, Vomit, Grief, Suicide attempt, and Toxic friendship