We have finally reached the end! And might I add that the second half of the book definitely makes up for the first half. Chapters one through five feel like the never ending first chapter of a book you're not so sure about, while chapters six through nine prove why you pushed through the make or break beginning.
The part that really snagged my interest the most was not only Myrtle being killed, but the fact that Daisy was responsible for her death. To add to the drama, Gatsby takes the blame. And incase that wasn't enough, Tom practically signs Gatsby's death certificate when he gives his name up to George Wilson. It's like a crazy murder/revenge/love triangle!
The end is also very sad in that no one shows up for Gatsby's funeral. Nick, Gatsby's father, the owl eyed man from one of the parties, and his servants were the only ones to pay their respects. While so many people attended Gatsby's party uninvited, they did not attend his funeral when invited. Even though Gatsby achieved great wealth, and seemed to be quite the popular man, he ultimately died alone.
I noticed also that Fitzgerald didn't include the color white as much in this half of the book. He was still detailed, but not as descriptive. I especially liked how he went back to the green light in chapter one and explained it's significance then and now.
Overall I didn't enjoy reading "The Great Gatsby" as much as the previous books, but I would recommend it. I will have to do as you suggested, Mrs. Leffler, and read it again when I am older, and perhaps I will appreciate it more.
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