Donna Tartt’s 1992 debut novel The Secret History is one of my favourites of all time. I’ve read it three times! I started reading the book at the end of January in 2021 after seeing overwhelmingly positive reviews about it online. Admittedly, I had been sceptical before reading because I was worried that it wouldn’t live up to the hype, but it absolutely did. It’s one of the novels that left a lasting impression on me. Rereading it is always such a delight because I pick up of things that I escaped my notice on previous reads, and I step away from it with newfound appreciation. A character who stood out to me while reading is, as the title suggests, Camilla Macaulay. She’s such an interesting character. I’m going to try and divide this post into three sections: 1. Who is Camilla Macaulay, 2. Her relationships with Henry and Charles, 3. Her role in the bacchanal and Bunny’s murder.
OMG. I loved it. I've been looking for a good Camilla analysis and this one is just perfect! I would love it if you did it about Henry Winter too. Congratulations on the great work!
please DO go on and on about this book!! I love reading your thoughts and analysis <3
I loved reading this! So many moments from when we have talked about this book, and new things I didn’t even think about!
OMG. I loved it. I've been looking for a good Camilla analysis and this one is just perfect! I would love it if you did it about Henry Winter too. Congratulations on the great work!