An argument or a heated conversation can be an effective opening. Picture two siblings shouting at each other in their family's old attic, surrounded by dusty heirlooms. This kind of scene reveals the relationship between characters right away and also hints at possible secrets or past events that might be important to the story.
Starting with a vivid description of an unusual place is also good. Like opening in a floating city in the clouds where the buildings are made of crystal. It makes the reader curious about this strange world and what might happen there. Moreover, it sets a unique and fantastical tone for the whole story.
The opening scene could be a crowded marketplace. There are people shouting, bargaining, and the smell of various foods and spices fills the air. Amidst all this chaos, a young pickpocket is at work, trying to steal from an unsuspecting noble. This kind of scene sets a vivid and bustling backdrop, and also starts with a bit of intrigue as we wonder if the pickpocket will succeed.
In '1984' by George Orwell, the opening scene where we see Winston Smith walking into his dingy apartment building with the omnipresent Big Brother posters everywhere is quite striking. It quickly thrusts the reader into the dystopian world Orwell has created, a world of surveillance, fear, and a lack of privacy. Just the description of the gray, run - down building and the oppressive atmosphere gives a sense of the bleakness that awaits the characters throughout the novel.
A common and effective opening scene could be a grand ball. The heroine enters the glittering ballroom filled with the elite of the Regency era. The chandeliers are sparkling, the music is playing, and as she steps in, her eyes meet those of the hero across the room, creating an instant spark of attraction. This sets the stage for their relationship in a glamorous and socially significant setting.
One way is to start with a strong action. For instance, a character running for their life through a dense forest, with branches whipping at their face. This action - oriented opening gets the reader's heart pumping and makes them want to know why the character is in such a perilous situation.
I recommend "Top Student's Favorite: Loving You Unscrupulously" to you. In this romantic and youthful campus novel, there's a scene of the opening ceremony. The main character, Chi Nuan, was sleeping like a dead pig. She sleepwalked onto a chair, pointed at the stage with a lollipop, and shouted. In the end, she was subdued by the top student idol. This description was very humorous and interesting. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~π
One good opening line could be 'In a world where the sun never set on the secrets of the old city, a lone figure emerged from the shadows.' It immediately sets a mysterious and somewhat otherworldly tone.
One good opening sentence could be 'In the bustling city square, their eyes met for the first time, and in that instant, a spark of something indescribable was kindled.'
Sure. 'Moby - Dick' by Herman Melville starts with 'Call me Ishmael.' It's a simple yet powerful opening that draws the reader in, making them curious about who Ishmael is and what his story will be. It has a certain allure that has made it one of the most famous opening lines in literature.
Yes, they are. The opening scenes of The Walking Dead draw inspiration from the comic book source material.
The following novels began with the theme of summer: " The Age of the Wild: A story that goes back to the summer of 1993." " First Love and You Meet by Chance ": From the first glance, it felt like summer. " Do You Want to copy my homework?" The story of a group of teenagers rushing their homework under the scorching sun. " Summer Ends and I Meet Someone in Chang 'an ": It represented that one day, the wind on the river bank suddenly brought coolness, and the feelings of love disappeared, and summer ended. " The Summer that Hugs You ": The summer that smiled even more brightly than you. << Resplendent Life >>: Lucky enough to draw the Rebirth Gift Pack, the summer of a new life. Life Like Summer Grass: Lin Xia Cao's life is a mess, running wildly on the road of losing integrity. " Fickle President: Wife doesn't turn back ": The summer that was accompanied by gratitude lost everything. " Rebirth Begins in 2004 ": Reborn in the summer after the college entrance examination in 2004. [Wanxi's Summer]: The throbbing of youth, after experiencing the ups and downs of life, still holding on to that love. These are the recommendations for a few novels with the theme of summer. I hope you like my recommendations.π