The Little Friend

Style and Technique

Donna Tartt's novel "The Little Friend" is characterized by its rich and detailed language, creating vivid and memorable imagery. The author uses numerous metaphors and symbols to convey the atmosphere of the American South and the inner world of the characters. The narrative structure is complex and layered, with frequent flashbacks and shifts in perspective. Tartt masterfully conveys the psychological depth of the characters through internal monologues and detailed descriptions of their thoughts and feelings. Literary devices such as irony and contrast help emphasize the novel's main themes, including loss, revenge, and coming of age.