Suspended narrative

A suspended narrative is a storytelling technique where the story is temporarily halted or paused at a critical point, creating suspense or tension. This pause leaves the audience uncertain about what will happen next, encouraging continued interest. It’s like putting a story on "pause" just before a major event or revelation, building anticipation. The narrative resumes later, revealing the outcome. Suspended narratives are often used in books, movies, and TV shows to keep viewers engaged and eager to find out what happens next.