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Mystery & Thriller· United States

The Secret History

by Donna Tartt
Aggregate Editorial Score37/100
Kirkus Reviews
Published 1992608 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 1992, The Secret History established Donna Tartt as one of the defining voices in mystery & thriller. A group of eccentric classics students at a Vermont college commit a murder—revealed on the first page—and the novel is the slow account of why and what followed. Tartt's debut is one of the most literary thrillers ever written. Themes of classics, murder, guilt run through the work. The book has received recognition from Kirkus Reviews 1992.

Book Details

AuthorDonna Tartt
Published1992
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages608
Category🔍 Mystery & Thriller
ISBN9780804111393
Editorial Score37/100
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Secret History about?

A group of eccentric classics students at a Vermont college commit a murder—revealed on the first page—and the novel is the slow account of why and what followed. Tartt's debut is one of the most literary thrillers ever written.

Who wrote The Secret History?

The Secret History was written by Donna Tartt, from United States. First published in 1992.

What awards has The Secret History won?

The Secret History has received the following awards and honours: Kirkus Reviews 1992.

Is The Secret History worth reading?

The Secret History is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 8/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in classics, murder, guilt.

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What category is The Secret History?

The Secret History is classified as Mystery & Thriller. Suspenseful fiction built around crime, detection, and hidden truths.

What country is The Secret History from?

The Secret History originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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