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• “The Secret History” Book Review Pathways School Gurgaon
  
  August 30

The Secret History by Donna Tartt is one of those rare novels that stays with you long after you've turned the last page. From the moment I began reading, I was completely drawn into the enigmatic and intoxicating world Tartt so vividly creates—a world filled with intellectual intrigue, ancient rituals, and the shadowy complexities of human nature. The story follows a group of elite college students who, under the influence of their charismatic and mysterious professor, become entwined in a web of moral ambiguity that leads them down a path of darkness and betrayal.
What struck me most was how Tartt's prose is both beautiful and haunting, painting a rich, atmospheric picture that made me feel like I was right there with the characters, experiencing their intense emotions and the eerie tension that permeates the story. The themes of guilt, beauty, and the corrupting power of influence are explored with such depth that I found myself reflecting on them long after I finished the book. Each character is intricately developed, their flaws and vulnerabilities laid bare, making them both relatable and deeply unsettling

By Kavya Rajan