Key Characteristics of the Ending to a Goods Novel

Question 1

What are the key characteristics of the ending of a good novel?

Answer 1

• Plot is resolved to our satisfaction
• Isn’t predictive or cliche
• Message or a valuable lesson

Question 2

How is the plot being resolved to our satisfaction a key characteristic of the ending of a good novel?

Answer 2

We don’t like to be left with an answer questions, is irritates us. And cliffhangers appear lazy

Question 3

How is not being predictable a cliche a key characteristic of the ending of a good novel?

Answer 3

A twist in the plot or an unexpected ending can make an ending of a novel more enjoyable

Question 4

How is a message or valuable lesson a key characteristic of the ending of a good novel?

Answer 4

It leaves the reader satisfied and as though they have learnt something. It means they can take something away from the novel and makes it more memorable

Question 5

What are the strengths of the ending in TKAM?

Answer 5

• All questions are answered
• Resolution of the plot
• Unexpected twist/conclusion
• Left with a final thought
• Circular narrative