The Great Gatsby Chapter Summary & Analysis | Chapter 9

Chapter 9 Summary

Following the murder, Nick's next days were filled with police and photographers and journalists searching for answers. Although Michaelis spoke of Wilson's suspicions at the inquest, Catherine, Myrtle's sister, who knew full well the details of the affair, said nothing that would substantiate those suspicions. Her sister didn't even know Gatsby, which was true. Her sister was happy with Wilson. This was not true.

Meanwhile, Nick is in a quandary. There seems to be no one to assist in managing poor Gatsby's affairs. Daisy and Tom have left, without any forwarding address. Meyer Wolfsheim writes a note, saying he is distressed, but cannot do much, owing to pressing business. He also knows knew family. A phone call gives Nick an indication that Gatsby may have been involved in some kind of unsanitary business. A man named Slagle calls and says Young Parke has been picked up. He tells "Slagle" that...
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