This week’s musing asks…
Do you prefer character-driven stories, or plot-driven stories?
I tend to like character-driven stories better than plot-driven ones. When the characters are the main focus, we get to really bond with them, to feel for them much more than when the actions are the important things. I see that a lot in fantasy and sci-fi books, which I think is the reason why there's not that many great ones out there. They are too plot-driven, while other ones, like Harry Potter, stay in our heads because all the characters are unique and well-crafted.
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I do agree with you about Harry Potter - the characters do have a huge impression on us! But in case of Harry Potter I like the plot a bit more than the characters - and that's an exception for me!
http://peskypiksipesternomi.blogspot.com/2011/08/characters-or-plot.html
I agree, nothing like falling in loe with an awesome character
Have to agree... character driven is required, plot is desired.
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Characters definitely - there's nothing better than a character that you're able to bond with, and like you say - those that stay in your heart are certainly special!
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