A review by greyys_libraryy
The Secret History by Donna Tartt

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

4.5

The Secret history is a book that I didn't enjoy the first time around, but LOVED the second. The premise of the book was interesting, but the execution could have been better done. I think some of the details and scenes in the book were thoroughly uneeded, and give nothing towards either plot not characterization. It does raise an interesting question though would you do something just because you can get away with it? I liked how we s refers learned more about the characters and working dynamics within the group as Richard did, and growing to the same feelings and opinions as him.
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