The Great Gatsby is a story about a young and mysterious millionaire, Jay Gatsby, who throws extravagant parties at his mansion in West Egg, hoping to reunite with his lost love, Daisy Buchanan. Narrated by Nick Carraway, a man who moves in next door to Gatsby, the novel explores themes of love, wealth, and the American Dream. Daisy, married to Tom Buchanan, is caught in a love triangle, leading to a series of tragic events. Despite Gatsby's wealth and charm, his dream of winning Daisy back ultimately leads to his downfall, exposing the hollowness of his desires and the corruption of the society around him.