Secret History
Author: Donna Tartt
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About This BookThe Secret History is a murder mystery that goes in the reverse order. In the very first chapter, the narrator Richard Papen confesses that he is partly responsible for the death of his college mate Edmund "Bunny" Corcoran. The author does not give away a lot of details initially, but slowly builds up the mystery. Richard talks about his days at Hampden College in New England, where he was a part of a socially isolated group of Classics students. He introduces the readers to the other members, which include the twins Charles and Camilla, Henry Winter, Francis Abernathy, and Edmund Corcoran. Richard and Bunny find out that in the past Henry had once accidently killed a farmer. After having uncovered the truth, Bunny starts to blackmail the others.In The Secret History, fearing that Bunny might tell the police of the murder, Henry and the gang decide to kill the boy. This novel looks into the aftermath of a crime. It shows how each individual deals with their psychological strains differently, where one becomes abusive and other starts getting panic attacks.This novel, packed with elements of guilt, fear, friendship, and remorse, will keep readers hooked on till the last page. The Secret History, published by Penguin UK in 1993, is available in paperback.Key Features:The Secret History is Donna Tartts first novel.The book has been translated into 24 languages, and is a bestseller.A feature film is in production at Miramax. Read moreBook DetailsAuthor: Donna TarttPublisher: Penguin UK (27 May 1993); Penguin Random House Ireland Limited; productsafety@penguin.co.ukFormat: Paperback – 27 May 1993Language: EnglishPages: 640ISBN: 978-0140167771Dimensions: 13 x 3 x 19.6 cmWeight: 435 g
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- Reading Level
- General Fiction Readers (All Ages)
- Language & Format
- English • Paperback – 27 May 1993
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- Penguin UK (27 May 1993); Penguin Random House Ireland Limited; productsafety@penguin.co.uk
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About This BookThe Secret History is a murder mystery that goes in the reverse order. In the very first chapter, the narrator Richard Papen confesses that he is partly responsible for the death of his college mate Edmund "Bunny" Corcoran. The author does not give away a lot of details initially,...
Who should read this book?
Recommended for readers who enjoy Fiction & Bestsellers and are looking for genuine, well-crafted literature by Donna Tartt.
Why Readers Pick This Edition
- You’ll love this if you enjoy stories that pull you into an intellectual, slightly dangerous world and refuse to let go. Instead of asking who committed the crime, this novel asks why—and what comes after. As you follow Richard Papen through elite college corridors, secret friendships, and moral decay, you’ll feel the slow-burn tension, the beauty of classical learning, and the crushing weight of guilt. It’s atmospheric, unsettling, and deeply addictive, leaving you thinking long after the final page.
- Published by Penguin UK (27 May 1993); Penguin Random House Ireland Limited; productsafety@penguin.co.uk.
- Language: English.
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About This BookThe Secret History is a murder mystery that goes in the reverse order. In the very first chapter, the narrator Richard Papen confesses that he is partly responsible for the death of his college mate Edmund "Bunny" Corcoran. The author does not give away a lot of details initially, but slowly builds up the mystery. Richard talks about his days at Hampden College in New England, where he was a part of a socially isolated group of Classics students. He introduces the readers to the other members, which include the twins Charles and Camilla, Henry Winter, Francis Abernathy, and Edmund Corcoran. Richard and Bunny find out that in the past Henry had once accidently killed a farmer....
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