For the age that Fitzgerald wrote this book at, it’s a marvellous display of a burgeoning young writer. It’s a very sophisticated novel, one that’s meant to capture the essence of a generation. I found it very beautiful to read. Try to understand Amory’s perception, and the outlook of others of his generation of that time period. They were part of a disillusionment and loss of purpose that people had for a long time before. He might not be your cup of tea however, and that’s fine, his writings not for everyone.