Where do stories usually fail in fiction?

Well, many survival fiction stories end with a sense of hope or renewal. In 'I Am Legend', although the main character sacrifices himself, his actions lead to the possible salvation of humanity. In 'Lord of the Flies', the boys are rescued, which is a form of survival from the chaos they had created on the island. Also, in 'Hatchet', the boy is eventually rescued after learning so much about survival in the wilderness, and he has a new - found confidence and strength that he didn't have before.

Often, the avenger either succeeds in getting their revenge fully or partially. For example, in 'The Count of Monte Cristo', Edmond Dantes manages to ruin the lives of those who wronged him. But sometimes, the avenger realizes the futility of revenge in the end. Like in some modern stories where the character might choose forgiveness instead.

Often, apocalypse stories end in one of a few ways. They might end with the restoration of some form of order. This could be like in 'A Canticle for Leibowitz' where there are efforts to revive civilization. Or they can end with the complete annihilation of humanity, as could be the case in some really dark apocalypse tales. In other stories, like 'The Hunger Games', there's a revolution that changes the power structure, but the world is still far from perfect and has to heal from the previous state of chaos.

Often, they end with the protagonist either successfully adapting to the new survival situation or being rescued. For example, in 'The Martian', Mark Watney is rescued. But sometimes, it can be more bittersweet like in 'The Road' where the father doesn't make it but the son may have a chance at a new life.

In some cases, the end might be bittersweet. The survivors may be rescued but at a great cost, such as losing some of their comrades during the shipwreck or having to leave behind a place that they had grown to love during their time of being stranded. And in some really dark shipwreck stories in fiction, all the characters might perish, leaving only the story of their doomed voyage to be told.

In some cases, the revenge ends up consuming the avenger. Like in 'Moby - Dick', Captain Ahab's quest for revenge against the white whale leads to his death and the destruction of his ship. His single - minded focus on revenge ultimately destroys him. Another way these stories can end is with a bittersweet victory. The avenger may get their revenge but at a great cost, perhaps losing their own humanity or the people they love in the process.

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Some age progression fiction stories end with the character coming to terms with their new age. For example, if they've aged rapidly, they accept the new experiences and knowledge that come with it.

Another way is by introducing multiple suspects. Each suspect has their own motives and secrets, like in 'Murder on the Orient Express'. The reader is constantly trying to figure out who the real killer is among all these possible characters, which builds great suspense.

Often, they end with the couple falling in love. For example, in many stories, the initial misunderstandings and differences are resolved, and they realize they have a deep connection.