A review by krytykesa
The Secret History by Donna Tartt

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

5.0

I wonder how she managed to create all the reasons for the reader to hate each character, yet by the end, you find a way to care about them. 

I don't understand the criticism. I read in some reviews that outside of Henry and the main characters, others felt plain. Camilla was the only one who I didn't get at all. 

And Francis, baby, I'll always care for you. 

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