What makes a novel an 'unusual world novel'?

One factor that can make a detective novel unusual is the setting. For example, if it's set in a very unique or strange place like a floating city or an ancient, forgotten civilization. Another aspect could be the detective character themselves. If they have some extraordinary abilities or quirks, like a detective who can communicate with the dead to solve crimes. Also, an unusual narrative structure, such as telling the story from multiple, non - linear perspectives or having the detective be the unreliable narrator, can set a detective novel apart as unusual.

For a novel to be great and unusual, it might have a setting that is out of the ordinary. 'The Master and Margarita' has a setting that blends the real Moscow with the supernatural, which is very unique. The way it treats themes can also be a factor. In 'Gravity's Rainbow', the way it deals with themes like power and paranoia is not like most novels. Moreover, if it challenges the reader's expectations at every turn, like 'If on a winter's night a traveler' does with its constantly changing stories, it can be considered great and unusual.

An unusual fantasy novel might have a very unique magic system. For example, in 'Mistborn' by Brandon Sanderson, the magic system is based on ingesting different metals to gain powers, which is quite different from the typical magic in most fantasy novels.

Unusual classic novels can be so for several reasons. Firstly, the plot might be very unconventional. Consider 'Invisible Man' by Ralph Ellison. The story of a black man who is literally invisible and his struggle for identity in a racist society is a very distinct plot. Secondly, the language use can be unique. 'Finnegans Wake' by James Joyce has a very experimental use of language that is almost like a made - up language in parts. This makes it extremely unusual among classic novels. Also, the way it presents social or moral issues in a new light, like 'Nineteen Eighty - Four' by George Orwell, which presents a totalitarian future in a very vivid and disturbing way, can make a novel an unusual classic.

An unusual detective noir novel might have an unexpected setting. For example, instead of the typical urban cityscape, it could be set in a small, seemingly idyllic town that hides a lot of dark secrets. This contrast between the appearance and the reality of the place makes it different from the norm.

The unexpected plot twists. In an unusual love story novel, like 'The Shape of Water' which was later made into a movie. The love between a mute woman and a strange aquatic creature is something no one would expect. It breaks the norms of traditional love stories where the lovers are usually two humans in a common social setting.

One example of an unusual world novel is 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' by Lewis Carroll. It takes readers into a topsy - turvy world full of strange creatures like the Cheshire Cat and the Mad Hatter. The rules of logic and reality are constantly bent, making it a truly unique and unusual fictional world.

An unusual dystopian novel might have a unique setting. For example, instead of the typical post - apocalyptic wasteland, it could be set in a seemingly perfect but deeply flawed virtual world. Also, the power structure in an unusual dystopian novel can be different. Maybe it's not the obvious government control but a more hidden form like corporate or cultural control.

The concept of a school for unusual girls is what makes it unique. It's not your typical school story.

I recommend the following novel to you. - "Campus Cultivation Record: Blue Make-up Beauty": One of the anomalies is that the protagonist is not a pure immortal cultivator, but also a demon cultivator; the second anomaly is that other demon cultivators turn into humans from animals, while he turns into animals from humans; the third anomaly is that other people cultivate to become gods and immortals, but he is slightly involved, but in the end, he is still an "ordinary" student on the university campus; the fifth anomaly is that, actually…the protagonist's gender is…female. Yes, I must read this novel ~ - "I Can See the Aura of the Main Character": I can see the aura of the main character, but I'm not the main character. In this world of swords and magic, as a destined supporting character, I can only wait for death. Or maybe I can be an angel investor occasionally? This was a story of a fool, but also a story of a salted fish. It's too tiring to be the main character. It's better for me to just wait for death… - When reproduction became the greatest crisis for humans, the status of men and women completely reversed, and a new matriarchal society had to gradually take shape. This was an alternative future world. The concept of equality between men and women was indeed not so easy to achieve ~ - I Am a Sniper: This was an alternative that went against the flow of the world but still fought bravely! The main character was known as "a man who loves only one person despite being rejected by thousands of flowers", but he displayed an astonishing ruthless killing technique on the interstellar battlefield. Hahaha, maybe I'm the oddity of this world! I hope you like my recommendations. Mwah~ If you like my recommendations, feel free to tell me!