Lately, my sister and I have been making and seeing a ton of references to all things Benjamin Button. Finally, we decided that enough was enough and we should actually read the book. The story is a well known one so I knew the premise but I've never actually read it. I've always been a fan of The Great Gatsby so I had a feeling it would be something I'd enjoy. Even though it's a short story it's solid. The writing was beautiful as expected and the story was exactly as I thought it would be. A ridiculous concept, seriously told in a spectacular way. None of the characters are particularly likable, not even Benjamin. You don't even feel sorry or happy for him ever because when you should he's just acting belligerent, cocky or arrogant. It makes it hard to really sympathize with him. It's the overall atmosphere and the beauty of the writing that sucks you in. It keeps you reading whether you like the characters or not.