CHARACTERISTICS OF THE DETECTIVE GENRE IN MICHEL BUSSI'S BLACK WATER LILIES
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Abstract
Michel Bussi is a major writer in contemporary French literature. His works have been translated into many languages around the world. Black Water Lilies is a standout novel that offers many dimensions for academic and critical exploration. This study focuses on exploring the novel through three key dimensions: plot structure, character development, and the narrative techniques that create a strong detective fiction effect. The findings reveal that the plot and characters adhere closely to the conventions of the detective genre, while also showcasing the author’s creative innovations. Bussi skillfully employs techniques such as narrative delay, open-ended storytelling, and misdirection to intensify the suspense and mystery. This article contributes to clarifying the detective fiction elements in the novel and, in doing so, highlights Bussi’s success on the global literary stage.
Keywords
Detective fiction, detective, misdirection, Black Water Lilies, Michel Bussi
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