--- product_id: 76801612 title: "Secret History" price: "£14.36" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/76801612-secret-history store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 4.4/5 star rating from 51,666 readers Penguin Group edition Proper binding ensures durability Secret History **Price:** £14.36 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Unlock the dark secrets of academia and never miss a page! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Secret History - **How much does it cost?** £14.36 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/76801612-secret-history) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Join a Cult Following:** Over 51,000 readers can’t be wrong—be part of the literary conversation - • **Critically Acclaimed Prose:** Praised by The Times, Guardian & New York Times for its haunting, cerebral narrative - • **A Modern Classic Bestseller:** Ranked #40 in Thrillers & Mysteries, a must-have for your curated bookshelf - • **Premium Collectible Edition:** Proper binding and Penguin Group quality for lasting enjoyment - • **Immersive Intellectual Thriller:** Dive deep into a slow-burn story of obsession, privilege, and moral complexity ## Overview Secret History by Donna Tartt is a critically acclaimed, slow-burn thriller ranked in the top 50 for Thrillers and Mysteries. Published by Penguin Group with proper binding, it offers a durable, collectible edition loved by over 51,000 readers for its haunting prose and deep psychological exploration of friendship, guilt, and intellectual obsession. ## Description THE BESTSELLER THAT DEFINED AN AGE 'Everything, somehow, fit together; some sly and benevolent Providence was revealing itself by degrees and I felt myself trembling on the brink of a fabulous discovery, as though any morning it was all going to come together---my future, my past, the whole of my life---and I was going to sit up in bed like a thunderbolt and say oh! oh! oh!' Under the influence of a charismatic classics professor, a group of clever, eccentric misfits at a New England college discover a way of thought and life a world away from their banal contemporaries. But their search for the transcendent leads them down a dangerous path, beyond human constructs of morality. 'Haunting, compelling and brilliant' The Times 'Irresistible and seductive' Guardian 'Enthralling... Forceful, cerebral and impeccably controlled' New York Times Review: Slow burn - I have wanted to read this book for a long time and I'm glad I read it. It's very thought provoking. The descriptions of weather and natural landscape is beautiful to read. The story itself is brilliant. The psychology behind everyone's action is fascinating to read. It you love slow burn thriller this book absolutely a must read. It's dark and worth every penny. Review: A compelling, unforgettable read for fans of Academia - The Secret History is dark, immersive, and beautifully written. Donna Tartt’s prose pulls you into a world of privilege, obsession, and moral decay, where every character feels disturbingly real. The slow-burn tension makes the story even more haunting, and the atmosphere of secrecy never fades. It’s not just a mystery, it’s a deep psychological exploration of friendship, guilt, and the consequences of intellectual arrogance. ## Features - PENGUIN GROUP, A great option for a Book Lover - Condition : Good - Comes with Proper Binding ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #2,006 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #40 in Thrillers and Suspense #40 in Mysteries (Books) #45 in Science Fiction Crime & Mystery | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 51,666 Reviews | ## Images ![Secret History - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YhQfeiynL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Slow burn *by A***M on 23 May 2026* I have wanted to read this book for a long time and I'm glad I read it. It's very thought provoking. The descriptions of weather and natural landscape is beautiful to read. The story itself is brilliant. The psychology behind everyone's action is fascinating to read. It you love slow burn thriller this book absolutely a must read. It's dark and worth every penny. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A compelling, unforgettable read for fans of Academia *by R***K on 12 January 2026* The Secret History is dark, immersive, and beautifully written. Donna Tartt’s prose pulls you into a world of privilege, obsession, and moral decay, where every character feels disturbingly real. The slow-burn tension makes the story even more haunting, and the atmosphere of secrecy never fades. It’s not just a mystery, it’s a deep psychological exploration of friendship, guilt, and the consequences of intellectual arrogance. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dark, Brilliant, and Unforgettable – A Must-Read for Psychological Fiction Fans *by S***Z on 8 June 2025* The Secret History by Donna Tartt is a richly layered and gripping psychological novel that pulls you deep into the lives of a group of eccentric classics students at an elite college. I found the plot to be absorbing and unpredictable, driven by an unsettling sense of tension that builds slowly but steadily. The way Tartt blends philosophy, beauty, and darkness into a single narrative is masterful. The writing is elegant and atmospheric—every sentence feels intentional, and the pacing, while deliberate, suits the novel's introspective tone. The characters are brilliantly drawn, especially the narrator, Richard, who offers a hauntingly honest view of the group’s moral descent. Each personality is distinct, flawed, and deeply human, which makes the story all the more compelling. At over 600 pages, this is not a light read, but it’s one that stays with you. I’d highly recommend it to readers aged 15 and up who enjoy character-driven fiction with a dark, intellectual edge. The paperback edition (ISBN-10: 0804111359) is well-sized for longer reading sessions and makes a great addition to any bookshelf. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Secret History: From the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Goldfinch - Fahrenheit 451 - The Handmaid's Tale --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/76801612-secret-history](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/76801612-secret-history) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-29*