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I love it when I end up enjoying a book far more than I originally thought I would.
What can I possibly say about this book that hasn't already been said before? Fitzgerald is one of those writers who writes with such (to borrow a compliment of Stephen King to Jodi Picoult) unassuming brilliance. I'm astounded at just how much beauty and character and emotion he can put into such a short book. His use of language leaves me in jealous awe. His themes are gorgeously presented. And I also am amazed ...more
What can I possibly say about this book that hasn't already been said before? Fitzgerald is one of those writers who writes with such (to borrow a compliment of Stephen King to Jodi Picoult) unassuming brilliance. I'm astounded at just how much beauty and character and emotion he can put into such a short book. His use of language leaves me in jealous awe. His themes are gorgeously presented. And I also am amazed ...more
I have never hated so many characters in one book before. Nonetheless, it was a very interesting read.
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Gatsby is obsessed, Daisy is a disappointment. What else that I can say.
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Gatsby is obsessed, Daisy is a disappointment. What else that I can say.
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Sad but the language is beautiful. A clear picture of Fitzgerald's time and generation.
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