A review by greyofmydayoldtea
Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh

challenging mysterious reflective 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 can definitely see how this inspired The Secret History. Features barely veiled queer subtext, morally grey main characters, failed marriages, alcoholism, all that good stuff. Very interesting themes of clinging onto youth when the realities of the world and your family make you deeply suffocated. 
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