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Interview (#2!) with Alex Michaelides, Author of The Fury

All About Agatha Christie

CHAPTER

Unreliable Narrator Trope in Modern Literature

A deep dive into the unreliable narrator trope in contemporary literature, analyzing its use in books like Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train compared to classics like The Silent Patient. The chapter examines how these narrative techniques pay homage to Agatha Christie's storytelling methods, specifically referencing The Murder of Roger Ackroyd and Endless Night for their boldness and mastery. It also discusses the creation of authentic characters in mystery novels, aiming for depth beyond mere plot devices to explore human nature and emotions.

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