Intimacy

Definition

Intimacy refers to a close personal connection between characters or between the narrator and reader. It involves revealing personal thoughts, emotions, or experiences that create a sense of familiarity.

Related terms

Character Development:

Character development refers to how characters change, grow, or evolve throughout a story.

Point of View (POV): Point of view is the perspective from which a story is told. Different points of view can create varying levels of intimacy between readers and characters.

Epistolary Novel: An epistolary novel is written as a series of letters or diary entries exchanged between characters, allowing for an intimate glimpse into their lives.