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A review by suzylit
The Secret History by Donna Tartt
dark
lighthearted
mysterious
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
3.75
I could have given this novel a higher rating if the pace had been a bit faster. The atmosphere and the characters are well built. Suspense and mystery are indeed present, yet there are a des lengthy passages.
Graphic: Grief, Panic attacks/disorders, Cursing, Gore, Murder, Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Self harm, Suicide, Toxic friendship, Violence, Death, Drug abuse, Sexual content, and Blood
Moderate: Suicide attempt, Gun violence, Homophobia, Incest, Medical content, Suicidal thoughts, Injury/Injury detail, Mental illness, and Self harm
Minor: Dementia, Animal cruelty, Animal death, and Islamophobia