A review by corkadillo
The Secret History by Donna Tartt

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

My flatmate and my best friend revealed one day that this was their favourite book. One of many spooky shared tastes, having not known one another at all before I introduced them. My flatmate lent me his copy and I devoured it in little over a day, awakening naturally at 3am, and reaching straight for it. 
The writing is exquisite. The characters have depth and mystery. The plot unfolds deliciously from the very first line. I can't wait to read it again. 
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