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nicolleschumacher 's review for:
The Secret History
by Donna Tartt
dark
funny
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Truly a masterpiece of literature. The writing is beautiful and evocative. My only qualm with it is the unnecessary amount (meaning adding nothing to the plot or characters) of racist tirades.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Death, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Incest, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual violence, Suicide, Violence, Antisemitism, Suicide attempt