The Great Gatsby

Chapter 1

How does Myrtle Wilson, Tom's mistress, differ from his wife Daisy as Daisy is described in Chapter 1? Why do you suppose Tom is attracted to Myrtle?

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Both Daisy and Myrtle are unhappy in their respective marriages. They each seem to want a different guy (Daisy wants Gatsby and Myrtle wants Tom). Both are lovers of Tom. Daisy is the wife and Myrtle is the mistress. Daisy is wealthier while Myrtle lives in the desolate valley. Daisy is related to Nick while Myrtle is not.

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