A review by rhi_xo
The Secret History by Donna Tartt

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

4.0

The characters are so unlikable, but you just can't stop reading it. There's a definite aesthetic here that feels very autumn & dark academia-like. One of the only books on Booktok that actually deserves the hype.