Suspense is an intense feeling of anticipation or uncertainty created by an author to keep readers engaged and wanting to know what will happen next.
Remember watching a thrilling movie where you were on the edge of your seat wondering what would happen next? Suspense in literature is like that feeling of excitement and curiosity, where you can't wait to find out how the story unfolds.
Ironía dramática: Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows something that the characters do not, creating tension and suspense.
Cliffhanger: A cliffhanger is an abrupt ending or pause in a story at a moment of heightened suspense, leaving readers eager for the next installment.
Punto de giro: Punto de giro means plot twist and refers to unexpected changes or revelations in the storyline that create suspense and surprise.
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