A review by debirainbow
The Secret History by Donna Tartt

challenging dark emotional informative mysterious reflective
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Read this as it was recommended as a good crime book. Author spends a lot of time immersing you in the world of the students and we see everything from the eyes of the narrator Richard. Nothing much happens until half way through, when you start to get bored you miss the life of these alcoholic, rich students & all the ancient Greek literature.  Didn’t like any of the characters.  Does suddenly get graphic so watch out for content warnings. The language, descriptions and writing are impeccable. 
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