Charlotte Hyde is a fictional character from the novel "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt. She is known for her intelligence and complex personality, often serving as a pivotal figure in the story. Her relationships with other characters reveal themes of friendship, betrayal, and moral ambiguity. In the narrative, Charlotte is part of a group of elite college students studying classical literature at Burlington College. Her interactions with the group highlight the pressures of academic life and the darker aspects of ambition. Through her character, the novel explores the consequences of choices made in pursuit of knowledge and acceptance.