A review by snailondawindow
The Secret History by Donna Tartt

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

5.0

wanky characters but encourages them, and the reader to reflect on the highbrow nature of academia, and whether the secrets one keeps, from others and themselves, are really worth it.
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