The Great Gatsby - F. Scott Fitzgerald
I will begin this by saying I don't think I fully understand that idea of the 'Great American Novel' if this book fits into that catagory. This book seemed to take about 150 pages of setting in order to actaully get to the plot. And then everything else happened in 30 pages and the novel was over. However, with that said, I will say that I think part of my problem with this novel is that it is the plot of so many different Hollywood movies, which are in fact based on the novel, not vice versa. I think the book should be read by many because it is often 'name-dropped' and referenced, and with only 180 pages or so, I don't think it will pain anyone too much. I highly recommend this as a light summer reading or 'beach book' as it does not require intense concentration.
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