The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
By Vontell R., Phoenix, AZ
F. Scott Fitzgerald, in his novel The Great Gatsby, explores the experiences of Nick Caraway in East Egg, New York. Nick moves to East Egg and finds out his neighbor is none other than Jay Gatsby. As summer progresses, Nick receives an invitation to one of Gatsby’s legendary parties. Upon arrival, Gatsby tells Nick he once knew his wife, Daisy, and was in love with her in 1917. Gatsby convinces Nick to arrange a reunion between the two former lovers. Nick invites Daisy to tea in Gatsby’s gothic mansion without telling her Gatsby’s would be attending. Nick becomes suspicious of an affair developing between Jay and Daisy. With surprising decisions and twists around every corner, the story ends with a suspenseful closing.
Nick Caraway is the only character of which I can relate. He usually stays neutral between arguments and is not an outspoken person.
In my opinion, the Great Gatsby was an excellent book. I loved imagining the glamorous parties thrown by Gatsby. I would not change anything about the storyline.
If you enjoy drama and constant suspense, this book would be a decent read for you. The drama and suspense of this novel will have the reader constantly guessing.