Abusive Relationships

     The Great Gatsby is becoming more and more intriguing as I continue reading.  So much is happening, and I just want to keep turning the pages and find out more! I just want to say that I was shocked when Tom hit Mrs. Wilson.  That is uncalled for on so many levels.  When Mrs. Wilson is arguing with him "Tom Buchanan broke her nose with his open hand" (Fitzgerald, 37).  This is so sickening to me because since he hit her once, nothing will stop him from doing it again.  Abusive relationships are so scary.  There are so many that go on today and many people do not even realize it.  They are unhealthy and can result in serious injuries or even death.  I hope that Tom learns his lesson some how and that Daisy and Mrs. Wilson realize that they need to stay away from him.  F. Scott Fitzgerald does a great job in displaying Tom's character.  I now know what he is like, and I have no respect for him.  I wonder what will become of Tom as the novel continues.  Does this act of violence foreshadow something in the future?  I am curious to find out.