The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

The Great Gatsby

F. Scott Fitzgerald

180 pages • first pub 1925 (editions)

fiction classics literary reflective medium-paced

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The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald's third book, stands as the supreme achievement of his career. This exemplary novel of the Jazz Age has been acclaimed by generations of readers. The story is of the fabulously wealthy Jay Gatsby and his new l...

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Moods

reflective 66%
emotional 40%
sad 37%
mysterious 35%
dark 21%
tense 19%
challenging 14%
adventurous 12%
hopeful 7%
inspiring 7%
funny 6%
lighthearted 6%
relaxing 4%
informative 3%

Pace

medium 53%
slow 25%
fast 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | A mix: 28% | Plot: 8% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 24% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 43% | It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | Yes: 7% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.82

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