A review by racbuckallew
The Secret History by Donna Tartt

challenging dark mysterious reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This is a masterpiece. This is a criticism of romanticization, but it deserves the attention it has received. Tartt knows her target audience and hits them where it hurts. “Modern classic” is the best description, but I can’t quite locate this piece among anything else I’ve ever read. If I could it for the first time again, I would, but seeing as I cannot, I will never be able to read it again. 
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