How does a great impersonation novel create suspense?

A great peril fantasy novel often has complex and powerful antagonists. When the heroes are up against a foe like the Night King in 'A Song of Ice and Fire', who has seemingly limitless power and a horde of undead, it creates suspense. The heroes' seemingly impossible task of defeating such a powerful enemy makes the reader wonder how they will ever succeed. Also, the setting can add to the suspense. A desolate and haunted castle, as seen in many gothic - inspired fantasy novels, gives an air of danger and the unknown.

A malice novel creates suspense by having characters with hidden motives. For example, if a character in the novel has a malicious plan but it's not clear at first, the reader will be eager to find out what it is. This keeps them reading.

Well, without reading the novel, it's hard to say exactly. However, we can assume that there are at least two main types of characters. One would be the character who initiates the impersonation for some purpose, perhaps to gain access to something or someone. The other could be the character who is the target of the impersonation or is somehow related to the situation that calls for the impersonation. There may also be characters who play a role in uncovering the impersonation or those who are affected by it in various ways.

One great impersonation novel is 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' by Patricia Highsmith. It involves a character who is skilled at impersonating others to achieve his own ends. The story is full of psychological depth and suspense as the protagonist navigates different identities.

The mystery novel's structure creates suspense by withholding information. We don't know who the culprit is from the start. Clues are given bit by bit, which keeps us guessing.

By making the reader doubt the truth of the confession from the start. If it seems too easy or too out of character for the confessor.

A 'hidden god novel' creates suspense by keeping the nature of the hidden god a mystery. For example, the reader doesn't know what the god's intentions are, what powers it truly has, or when it might reveal itself. This uncertainty makes the reader keep reading to find out more.

In a revelation horror novel, suspense is often created by slowly uncovering the unknown. For example, the author might drop small hints about a lurking evil at the beginning. As the story progresses, more details are revealed bit by bit, like peeling off the layers of an onion. This keeps the reader on edge, constantly wondering what will be revealed next.

Well, it could be its unique plot. Maybe it has a really interesting way of presenting characters who are impersonating others, which creates a lot of intrigue and mystery.

Containment fiction creates suspense by making the audience aware of the potential danger if the containment fails. For example, if a story is about containing a deadly virus, we know that if it gets out, it will be catastrophic. This constant threat of the 'contained' thing breaking free keeps the readers or viewers on edge.