One good ending could be that the detective finally uncovers the real culprit, who turns out to be the least suspected person all along. The culprit confesses their motives and is taken away by the police, bringing justice and closure to the mystery.
To craft good endings for mystery stories, think about the pacing. In the end, the story should not feel rushed or dragged out. If there has been a build - up of tension throughout the story, the ending should release that tension in a satisfying way. For instance, if the mystery was about a ticking - time - bomb situation, the ending should show how the bomb was defused just in time. Another aspect is the revelation. The big reveal at the end should be logical but also unexpected. It could be a revelation about a character's true identity or a hidden motive. And finally, leave a bit of room for the reader's imagination. For example, after the mystery is solved, you can hint at the future of the characters in a way that makes the reader wonder what will happen next, but still feel that the current mystery has been resolved.
One more example could be 'When the lights came on, the real culprit was the one person no one suspected - the cat, whose paw prints led to the hidden evidence.' This ending is a bit more light - hearted but still fits the mystery genre. It plays with the idea of an unexpected culprit, which is a common trope in mystery stories. It also gives a touch of humor with the cat being the culprit, while still providing a logical explanation through the paw prints leading to the evidence.
Here are some recommended short stories with good endings:
1. " 15 Days of Love Trial: The Cold Male God Dotes on You to the Bone ": This novel is well written, the plot is tight, and the ending is He.
2. " Wearing into a sadistic novel and becoming an unlucky female protagonist " was a novel written by the author, Xixi Yezi. The ending was good.
3. The plot of this book was heart-wrenching, but the ending was a happy reunion, which made people feel warm.
4. Burning Passion: Escape from CEO Satan: This was a novel with a happy ending, and the plot also met the needs of a heart-wrenching novel.
5. " The Survival Record of the Border of Rebirth ": It was a story about a transmigrated woman with a three-year-old cute bun and a reborn man in her arms. She was exiled to the border and struggled step by step. The plot was tight and full of emotions. It was heart-wrenching and touching.
6. " Coddle Him, Cure Him ": This short story about a wealthy family was also very heart-wrenching, but the ending was good.
I hope you like the short stories recommended above.
Another great ending is when the protagonist discovers a new sense of self - worth. Let's say a character who has always felt unimportant in a small town. Through a series of events, they find their unique talent and value, and decide to use it to make a positive impact on their community. It's an ending that promotes self - discovery and growth.
One possible ending could be that the mystery man reveals his identity and his purpose all along. For example, he might be a long - lost relative of someone in the town who was looking for a family heirloom. Another ending could be that the mystery man simply disappears forever, leaving all the speculations and questions unanswered. Maybe he was just a passing stranger with his own secrets who moved on to another place.
A great ending can also be when all the seemingly unconnected clues suddenly fall into place in a very logical yet surprising way. For example, in a mystery novel where there are multiple crimes in a small town. In the end, it is discovered that they were all part of a big revenge plot by a person who had been wronged years ago. This ties up all the loose ends and gives a sense of satisfaction to the reader.
One good emotional ending could be a reunion. For example, in a story about a lost dog, at the end the dog finds its way back home to its loving owner. The joy and relief on both the dog's and the owner's faces create a heart - warming and positive emotional ending.
Good scary endings often involve a twist that changes the whole meaning of the story. Take 'The Yellow Wallpaper' as an example. The woman's descent into madness seems strange throughout the story, but at the end, it becomes clear that her situation was made worse by her husband's 'treatment'. The ending is scary because it shows the powerlessness of the female character in that situation. Also, they usually have a strong emotional impact. Whether it's fear, shock, or a deep sense of sadness, like in stories where the main character realizes they have doomed themselves through their own actions.