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The Great Gatsby
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‘i was within and without, simultaneously enchanted and repelled by the inexhaustible variety of life.’
im going to a 1920s themed party tonight and so, naturally (being the bookworm that i am), im gonna do a quick re-read to give me all those gatsby-esque vibes! all the glitzy glamour, flashy fashion, and daring dreams will definitely get me in the mood!
i first read this in 10th grade english class and it will always be a very dear book to me. it was the first classic i read that i felt like i understood. and not only that, it was the first classic that i actually enjoyed, leading me into my love affair with the words of fitzgerald.
i loved (and still do) experiencing the extravagant and luxurious lifestyles, the idea of morality in the 1920s, the scandalous nature of love and betrayal, and how beauty can become corrupted.
such a compelling and tragically wonderful story that will forever remain one of my faves.
↠ 4 stars
im going to a 1920s themed party tonight and so, naturally (being the bookworm that i am), im gonna do a quick re-read to give me all those gatsby-esque vibes! all the glitzy glamour, flashy fashion, and daring dreams will definitely get me in the mood!
i first read this in 10th grade english class and it will always be a very dear book to me. it was the first classic i read that i felt like i understood. and not only that, it was the first classic that i actually enjoyed, leading me into my love affair with the words of fitzgerald.
i loved (and still do) experiencing the extravagant and luxurious lifestyles, the idea of morality in the 1920s, the scandalous nature of love and betrayal, and how beauty can become corrupted.
such a compelling and tragically wonderful story that will forever remain one of my faves.
↠ 4 stars
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June 12, 2012
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I feel like this was one of the first classics I enjoyed too; I just adored the luxury of the 20s. The film adaptation is also amazing, I'm just all about the glitz n glam. Hope you have a fab time tonight!
danielle - aww. thanks, babe! xevie - thank youuu! and yay! so glad you feel the same!! the 20s are probably my favourite time period. i wish i was born 100 years earlier so i could have experienced them. <3
So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past
Great review Jessica! One of my faves too 😊
thanks, lucy!! really happy to hear you enjoyed this amazing atory, as well! :)
awww. thank you, flor!! x
I wish I liked this book as much I enjoyed your review 🙈
hahaha. awww. im sorry!! but i get it - its definitely not for everyone.
