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The Book Club: Jonathan Coe

Best of the Spectator

CHAPTER

Mastering Murder Mysteries and Tense in Narrative

This chapter explores the delicate art of crafting a murder mystery, balancing meticulous planning with intuitive writing. It also examines the impact of narrative tense on storytelling, emphasizing its subjective nature and the writer's personal style.

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