Meet Jay: The Great Gatsby (F. Scott Fitzgerald)

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I have read The Great Gatsby at least three times but it is the sort of book that gives more every time a reader spends time with it. I found this edition to be a very appealing one and I enjoyed reading it.

I was drawn first to the gorgeous cover. The graphics inside are also sure to enhance a reader’s enjoyment of the book. It is rare that adults get illustrated stories; this is something special and it makes this edition of the popular novel stand out.

Recommended for Gatsby fans old and new. This would make a great gift for the right person.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel publishing for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 10 October 2023

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4 thoughts on “Meet Jay: The Great Gatsby (F. Scott Fitzgerald)”

I want to hear what you love about it. I’ve read it 2x and every time I feel like the characters are in middle school, trying to find out if they like each other. The setting and symbolism is great—it’s the character personalities that I haven’t been able to connect with. Please, help me get it!

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joycesmysteryandfictionbookreviews says:

September 15, 2023 at 11:04 am

I’m not at all sure that the characters are meant to be liked. Tom and Daisy are careless in their privilege, for example.

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And maybe that’s why I never related well to it. I just can’t understand that attitude of privilege. By saying this, it makes a bit more sense why I’ve never connected to it. Maybe third time would be the charm.

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