A review by mimidelrey
The Secret History by Donna Tartt

challenging dark emotional funny inspiring mysterious sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

My favourite book ever, everyone must read at least once.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Gun violence, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Murder, and Toxic friendship

Moderate: Homophobia, Incest, Blood, Suicide attempt, and Injury/Injury detail

Minor: Animal death, Eating disorder, and Rape