Chapter 178 Talent beyond the times(2/2)
Secondly, the structure and style of the novel have a heavy suspense element, which is also very rare in the literary world where realism is the mainstream.
The addition of this suspense element makes the novel far more readable than ordinary mainstream literary works. In the words of some editors of "Contemporary", it is addictive to read.
The plot of the novel is exquisitely designed, using Aaron's time travel and his encounter with Van Gogh in a tavern as clues, step by step revealing a series of secrets about Van Gogh's genius hidden in history.
It has the tight rhythm of fighting monsters and the suspense of deciphering Van Gogh's tragic life. It firmly captures the curiosity of readers and makes it difficult to put it down during the reading process.
Moreover, Lin Chaoyang also integrated rich European historical knowledge and artistic analysis into the novel, allowing these editors to enjoy the fun of deciphering and increase their knowledge at the same time.
Even if the novel is mixed with a certain amount of stream-of-consciousness creative techniques, it does not affect the overall storytelling of the novel at all.
Finally, there is the overall reading experience of the novel. Although it is mixed with many elements such as stream of consciousness, science fiction, suspense, etc., the reading experience is still dominated by the story.
The protagonist Aaron experienced a time and space journey. Not only did he have a close communication with his idol Van Gogh, but he also deeply understood what art is and strengthened his inner persistence and pursuit of artistic beliefs.
Especially at the end of the story, Aaron's figure overlaps with Van Gogh across hundreds of years. Looking at those intact works of art and listening to the infinite admiration of future generations for Van Gogh, Van Gogh witnessed his lifetime in Aaron's body.
I was unable to witness my own greatness with my own eyes.
The theme of the novel has been fully sublimated at this moment. Talent that transcends the times is always accompanied by doubt and loneliness. Only art is immortal.
Chapter completed!