There are some books that people are supposed to read, the
ones that regularly top the classics list. The Great Gatsby is one of them. My
friend Rachel lent me this book when I was going to Rome which was a while
back, as I thought I’d have time to read it. I read a bit (see below,) but sightseeing got
in the way.
So I've been reading it on/off ever since and today I
finally finished, even though it’s a really short book being 9 chapters. Maybe it’s
because I didn't read it all in one go, but I just couldn't get into it. I felt
I couldn't get to know the characters, as every time the book let you, you get
stopped. It was only in the last couple of chapters you get to know Gatsby
himself. For me I like books that get straight into the action, and less on the
description.
So I’m afraid The Great Gatsby wasn't so great, but I'm
really intrigued about how the Baz Luhrmann film turned out. That might be one
to watch for the challenge.
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