You’ll definitely want to have this one locked away before you kick the bucket. Glory, glitz, and a character with a tragic flaw. God makes a point of assigning this one because he low-key relates to Gatsby and wants you to understand that it’s not all fun and games being famous and awesome. Remember: the point is not just to read it, but to feel the right way about it. Once you have completed this, you may see your childhood dog again.