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A review by samanthaleeshea
The Secret History by Donna Tartt
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
The beginning really drew me in and the end picked up pace but I found myself so bored in the middle. Otherwise really captivating prose which is the only reason I kept reading.
Graphic: Gun violence, Suicide, and Murder
Moderate: Alcoholism and Drug abuse
Minor: Incest and Rape