Suspense

Definition

Suspense refers to the feeling of anticipation or tension that is created in a story, often by withholding information or creating uncertainty about what will happen next.

Related terms

Foreshadowing:

Foreshadowing is when an author hints at future events in a story, creating suspense and anticipation for the reader.

Cliffhanger: A cliffhanger is an ending to a chapter or section of a story that leaves the reader in suspense, wanting to know what happens next.

Red Herring: A red herring is a misleading clue or piece of information intentionally inserted into a story to divert the reader's attention and create suspense.