The paranormal mysteries genre boasts an extensive lineage, tracing its roots to ancient folklore and mythology. Throughout the ages, paranormal mysteries have transformed and adjusted to mirror societal shifts. Currently, it is a thriving genre, offering a diverse array of books that appeal to readers of various age groups and interests.
Paranormal mysteries push the set conventional boundaries and the limits of our understanding, challenging the status quo. How so? Let's find out.
The Attributes of Supernatural Fiction
In supernatural fiction, features are formed by incorporating phenomena that defy scientific/logical explanations. Ghosts, vampires, werewolves, witches, and various paranormal occurrences are some elements incorporated.
Even so, supernatural fiction/paranormal mysteries can have a lot of different traits, depending on the author's intentions and the culture it's set in. There are a lot of elements in supernatural fiction that are unfamiliar and inexplicable to the human mind. This is pivotal to the genre's essence.
As readers contemplate the true meaning of the supernatural elements and how they affect the characters and storyline, the exploration engenders a sense of mystery and suspense.
For instance, in William L. Harben's ‘I've Been Waiting,' we are introduced to ghosts and “unexplainable things” that keep our paranoia and adrenaline in check. This is on top of a mystery about a missing girl.
The Fusion of Realism
Paranormal mysteries do a wonderful job of fusing the every day with the extraordinary. In this way, they create a delicate balance between the perceptible and the otherworldly. Unlike traditional mysteries, which revolve around logical deductions and real-world scenarios, authors like William L. Harben inject paranormal elements, further blurring the lines between reality and fantasy.
There's no better place to explore the human psyche and the metaphysical realm than with paranormal mysteries. This is because paranormal mysteries aren't bound by the laws of the known world, letting readers confront their deepest fears and question what they can do.
By exploring the mysterious and unexplained, Harben, in his ‘I've Been Waiting,' taps into our fascination with the supernatural, sparking curiosity and a desire to make sense of things we can't explain.
The Challenge of Resolution
"Conflict resolution" or "mystery solving" is one of the most defining aspects of the mystery genre. Unfolding the truth behind it all! Since paranormal mysteries present unique challenges (incomprehensible by rationale), the resolutions may also not always adhere to the logical and rational conclusions found in traditional mysteries.
This is the world of paranormal mysteries and supernatural fiction – challenging traditional genre boundaries and exploring the unknown.
If you are interested in learning more about how paranormal mysteries challenge traditional genre boundaries, ‘I've Been Waiting' by William L. Harben proves to be an excellent resource.
‘I've Been Waiting' takes us into the lives of John O'Roark, an undercover Boston narcotics agent, and his partner Dex, who embark on a ghostly journey to solve an old mystery.
John, who blames himself for a brutal attack on his family, is obsessed with the idea of revenge. However, his journey veers off course as he encounters Angelica, a mysterious woman, in search of a missing friend. Reluctantly, John, with Dex's help, investigates the case, leading them to the mountains of Colorado. As they unravel the truth, they discover Angelica is not who/what she seems to be.
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