Book Review on The Great Gatsby

Though all the characters were well developed, the one that stood out the most to me was Gatsby. To understand Gatsby you have to look at not only his true life, but also the life that he tried to create for himself. The truth is that he came from poor beginnings a fantasy world where he was rich and powerful. Even in his youth, Gatsby was not content with what he had. He wanted money, so he managed to get it. He wanted Daisy, and she slipped through his fingers. So even with his wealth and stature were at their greatest, he would not be content. He must have Daisy. Yes, there is love, but more than that is a drive to posses her because that is what he wanted for all those years. She was part of his image for the future and he had to have her. Although Gatsby seems very kind, he is afraid to be unscrupulous to get what he wants. When he wanted money, he was more than willing to become a bootlegger. His drive is what makes him who he is, good and bad. This drive ends up run...