British writer Roald Dahl in his short story “Landlady” very successfully uses the technique of an unexpected ending. Readers love a surprise ending. A conclusion with an unexpected twist is made even more powerful when it is terrifying and chilling. The intrigue begins with the first phrases and continues until the end.
The expectation of something terrifying is even more impressive than the horror itself! The narration is meaningful. It's like a warning that you need to listen to your inner voice and not follow the first thoughts. Before making decisions, it’s better to think.
The final scene breaks off abruptly, without even starting. And this is both shocking and intriguing and gives space for imagination.
Here is the link to the text of the story:
http://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/sites/teacheng/files/landlady_text.pdf
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