The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
My enjoyment rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
Book hangover rating: 4 of 5 stars
Source: Personal copy
Genre: Classic fiction
Objectionable material: none (I would let my 12 yr old read it)
(Ladies of Literature and Big Love Book Club May book choice)
In Old Testament fashion, F. Scott Fitzgerald created a story of greed, decadence, inequality, and moral decay that led to utter destruction. All in turn of the century America.
I was completely captivated by the excess Fitzgerald created in such a sparse novel spanning only a few months.
It oozed lusciousness.
It celebrated temptation.
Souls were sold.
Dreams were shattered.
Lives ruined.
What an amazing piece of literature.
I read this in high school - so long ago now. I so need to re-read this before I see the movie.
ReplyDeleteOne of my favorite books!!
ReplyDeleteI've never read this novel, but am interested in the time period in which it is set so I might give it a try one of these days.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to describe it! The Great Gatsby is one of my favorites. I have no interest in seeing the new movie though.
ReplyDeleteI read this not too long ago and although I liked it, I wouldn't say I loved it.
ReplyDeleteI think I could happily read this book every year!
ReplyDeleteAgreed. One of my all-time favorites.
ReplyDeleteI didn't l.o.v.e this one but I did listen to the audio... I did love the writing!
ReplyDeleteI'm hearing the movie is beautiful but not great, hoping to see it next week.
Hope all is well. Tomorrow I will post about my seclusion (I have Yellow Fever)... for the love of adventure!