What is an unreliable narrator?
An unreliable narrator is a literary device used to depict a character in a story who cannot be fully trusted to provide objective or accurate information. This type of narrator may either intentionally deceive the reader or be unaware of their own biases, limited perception, or mental state. An unreliable narrator can manipulate the narrative by distorting facts, withholding crucial information, presenting their biased opinions as truth, or exhibiting a flawed memory. Often, authors employ unreliable narrators to enhance the intrigue, suspense, and complexity of a story by challenging the reader's perception and forcing them to question the authenticity of the narrator's account.
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