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dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Had to to read this book for university but I actually really enjoyed it! I agree with the general opinion that it is a bit of a weird novel but that made it all the more fascinating. There were a few lines that were absolutely stunning, the way Fitzgerald strings together a sentence is wonderful.
The way that Gatsby has all the material possessions one can possibly dream of and yet still has an unreachable dream is just…ouch
The way that Gatsby has all the material possessions one can possibly dream of and yet still has an unreachable dream is just…ouch
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, Infidelity, Physical abuse, and Car accident
Moderate: Homophobia, Racism, Antisemitism, and Murder
Minor: Suicide