By Teresa Nicholson
Looking for a new novel with interesting characters and a mystery plot?. Well you are reading the right article. I recommend that you take a look at the Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, if you haven’t already. The Great Gatsby is a great choice if you are looking for a short novel to read during your downtime. In my opinion, Fitzgerald creates a wonderfully detailed novel through the use of the contrasting ideals associated with passion and actuality.
The novel is set in 1920s, New York. And the main character is the suave and mysterious Jay Gatsby, who has gained the interest of New York’s rich socialites. However, Gatsby has an unfulfilled goal that he is determined to reach and he will do almost anything to achieve that goal. Gatsby essentially reaches a certain point in his life, because he discovers that his lost love, Daisy Buchannan, is within his vicinity. Essentially, Fitzgerald has cleverly developed a character who is known for his playboy charm, and wealth. Leading him to become a somewhat paranoid, daydreaming boy, through his love for a woman.
Daisy Buchannan is essentially Gatsby’s dream girl, and he has devoted his entire life to obtaining her. For a short novel, I would have to say it is quite compelling, due to its strong character development, vivid imagery, and controversial undertones.
Overall, the plot is dramatic and enthralling, Fitzgerald’s main success was his exposure of the real life issues that consume the lives of New York’s wealthy socialites in the 1920s. The Great Gatsby has received multiple outstanding reviews, and if you haven’t read it, give it a chance, it may become your favorite.
I was introduced to it here at Lindblom in a class setting, but I find it more enjoyable to read novels on my own time. The original cover art isn’t too bad either.
Looking for a new novel with interesting characters and a mystery plot?. Well you are reading the right article. I recommend that you take a look at the Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, if you haven’t already. The Great Gatsby is a great choice if you are looking for a short novel to read during your downtime. In my opinion, Fitzgerald creates a wonderfully detailed novel through the use of the contrasting ideals associated with passion and actuality.
The novel is set in 1920s, New York. And the main character is the suave and mysterious Jay Gatsby, who has gained the interest of New York’s rich socialites. However, Gatsby has an unfulfilled goal that he is determined to reach and he will do almost anything to achieve that goal. Gatsby essentially reaches a certain point in his life, because he discovers that his lost love, Daisy Buchannan, is within his vicinity. Essentially, Fitzgerald has cleverly developed a character who is known for his playboy charm, and wealth. Leading him to become a somewhat paranoid, daydreaming boy, through his love for a woman.
Daisy Buchannan is essentially Gatsby’s dream girl, and he has devoted his entire life to obtaining her. For a short novel, I would have to say it is quite compelling, due to its strong character development, vivid imagery, and controversial undertones.
Overall, the plot is dramatic and enthralling, Fitzgerald’s main success was his exposure of the real life issues that consume the lives of New York’s wealthy socialites in the 1920s. The Great Gatsby has received multiple outstanding reviews, and if you haven’t read it, give it a chance, it may become your favorite.
I was introduced to it here at Lindblom in a class setting, but I find it more enjoyable to read novels on my own time. The original cover art isn’t too bad either.