Unreliable Narrator

Definition

An unreliable narrator is a narrator whose credibility or trustworthiness is questionable due to their limited perspective, bias, mental state, or deliberate deception. They may present distorted or misleading information to the reader.

Related terms

Foreshadowing:

Foreshadowing refers to hints or clues that suggest future events in a story. An unreliable narrator might use foreshadowing to mislead readers about what will happen next.

Subjectivity:

Subjectivity refers to personal opinions, feelings, and biases that influence one's interpretation of events. An unreliable narrator often presents events subjectively rather than objectively.

Narrative Manipulation: Narrative manipulation occurs when an unreliable narrator intentionally distorts facts or alters the sequence of events in order to manipulate the reader's understanding of the story.