What makes good characters in novels so appealing?

Well, often it's their relatability. Take Anne of Green Gables, for example. She has all these big dreams and insecurities that many of us can identify with. Also, their growth throughout the story can be appealing. Like Pip in 'Great Expectations', who starts as a poor boy and transforms into a more refined gentleman, learning about life and love along the way.

They often break the norms of what is considered 'normal' in the story's world. This deviation from the ordinary creates a sense of unease and fascination. Like a character that can control minds in a world where such powers are not common. It makes them stand out and be both feared and interesting.

Their humor. For instance, Bertie Wooster's cluelessness and Jeeves' deadpan reactions create a lot of comical moments. They are also very well - developed. Each character has their own quirks and motives.

The relatability. Many YA novel characters are around the same age as the target audience. For example, Holden Caulfield in 'The Catcher in the Rye' is a teenager dealing with the typical angst and confusion of adolescence. His thoughts and experiences are things that many young people can identify with.

The characters' freedom of spirit is appealing. They break free from the conventional norms of society. For example, Dean Moriarty in 'On the Road' just goes where the wind takes him, not bound by a 9 - to - 5 job or a traditional family life.

Well, for starters, their strong personalities are a big factor. Characters like Scarlett O'Hara in 'Gone with the Wind' are so determined and feisty. Their relationships also play a role. The way Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele interact in 'Fifty Shades of Grey' with all their push - and - pull dynamics is fascinating. And of course, the grandeur of their love, such as Romeo and Juliet's forbidden love in 'Romeo and Juliet', makes them very appealing.

Great characters from novels are appealing because they can represent something larger than themselves. Frodo Baggins in 'The Lord of the Rings' represents the ordinary person thrust into extraordinary circumstances and having to find the courage within to face great challenges. They also have interesting backstories. A character like Heathcliff in 'Wuthering Heights' has a tragic and complex backstory that drives his actions and makes him a captivating character to read about.

The characters in feel - good fantasy novels are usually very relatable in some ways. For example, in 'The Chronicles of Narnia', the children who enter Narnia are just ordinary kids at first. But they grow and develop through their adventures. Also, these novels often have positive themes like friendship, love, and courage. In 'Eragon', the bond between Eragon and his dragon Saphira shows loyalty and friendship. And the happy endings or at least the sense of hope in these novels make readers feel good.

The unique technology. Airships in these novels often come with all sorts of interesting gadgets and mechanisms. They might have special engines, weaponry, or navigation systems. For example, in some novels, airships can be powered by magic crystals or advanced steam - powered engines. This makes the world - building in these novels really fascinating.

The element of surprise. In good suspense and mystery novels, you never know what's going to happen next. It could be a sudden plot twist that completely changes the direction of the story.