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polar_fox 's review for:
The Secret History
by Donna Tartt
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I didn’t think this book was as good as people say. I expected full 5 stars but ended up with a 3.75 star read. I disliked every main character in this book but special shoutouts go to Bunny, Henry, Charles, and Camilla. I hated them so much, which, I guess, was the point.
The book shouldn’t have been nearly as long. 400 pages would’ve done it. Also, I think the tension before Bunny’s death was kind of useless. I didn’t feel anything because I already knew Bunny would die, so what’s the point of worrying about it?
I did like the foreshadowing parts, some quotes, theories about murders and other kinds of things, and Judy Poovey!
The book shouldn’t have been nearly as long. 400 pages would’ve done it. Also, I think the tension before Bunny’s death was kind of useless. I didn’t feel anything because I already knew Bunny would die, so what’s the point of worrying about it?
I did like the foreshadowing parts, some quotes, theories about murders and other kinds of things, and Judy Poovey!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Sexism, Suicide, Murder
Moderate: Alcoholism, Incest, Alcohol
Minor: Drug use