A review by thealyson
The Secret History by Donna Tartt

dark emotional sad tense 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

5.0

I could talk about these characters for ages. Some beautiful prose that brought be back to moments in my life. Also, the way the author wrote about feeling alone in college was particularly poignant for me. Slow-paced, but I believe for good reason as I think it adds and coincides with the story. Unlike some, I get the hype.

1 DNF after 50%
2 Finished, but a genuine waste of time
3 Enjoy while reading, no staying power
4 Enjoyable WITH staying power, will rec
5 Resonates in your soul, life long