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A review by hmw102
The Secret History by Donna Tartt
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
The writing itself was good and very poetic at times, but the characters were just so unlikeable and it was soooo hard to get through. I just didn’t love the author’s voice, which I know is supposed to be Richard’s attitude but god I just hated it lol. I did find myself hooked at several different points in the book, but it was not a worthwhile read for me.
Graphic: Addiction, Blood, Death, Self harm, Violence, Alcoholism, Gore, Murder, Gun violence, and Suicide
Moderate: Antisemitism, Misogyny, Sexism, Homophobia, Racial slurs, and Racism