The Great Gatsby: A Graphic Novel Adaptation by F. Scott Fitzgerald, K. Woodman-Maynard
Published by Candlewick Press (MA) on January 5, 2021
ISBN: 1536213012
Pages: 240
Genres: Historical Fiction, Realistic Fiction
Format: Graphic Novel
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A graphic-novel adaptation of The Great Gatsby that does justice to the original novel. The illustrations pair perfectly with the period in which the story takes place, bold lines, simple facial features, and splashes of color help pull you into the story. While there are minor changes to the text the graphic novel remains true to its source material. After reading the author’s note at the end Woodman-Maynard discusses the exhaustive research she undertook to make sure her illustrations depicted accurately the time and place of The Great Gatsby. This graphic novel adaptation could be used as a companion to the novel or an introduction to a classic for reluctant readers. I would recommend this book for 7th grade and up.

Reviewed by Sophie Gagnon, Skidompha Library