I thought I was the main character novel. What are the common themes in such novels?

One example could be 'The Lord of the Rings'. The One Ring is a common possession that many characters are after. It drives the entire plot as different characters either want to use its power or destroy it. Another example is 'The Da Vinci Code' where the knowledge or the supposed secrets related to certain religious artifacts are like a common possession that the characters are trying to uncover or protect.

One such novel could be 'The Catcher in the Rye'. The protagonist, Holden Caulfield, often acts as if he is the center of his own universe. He has his own unique perspective on the world around him and his experiences are very much focused on his own inner turmoil and how he relates to others in his somewhat self - centered view.

One common theme is racism. Since black characters often face discrimination in society, novels explore how they deal with it, like in 'Invisible Man'. Another theme is identity. Black main characters usually struggle to define themselves in a world that tries to box them in, as seen in 'The Color Purple'. Family also comes up a lot. Whether it's the complex relationships in 'Beloved' or the search for family connection in 'Native Son', family plays a role.

Another common theme is the cost of revenge. Revenge is not always easy or without consequences. In many revenge novels, the main character loses a part of themselves in the process of getting revenge. They may become isolated, lose friends or loved ones, or even their own sense of morality. This shows that revenge is a complex and often self - destructive path.

I don't know as I haven't read it. It could be anyone really, perhaps an ordinary person thrown into extraordinary circumstances that make them think their time is up.

Typical themes include adventure. The protagonist often embarks on a journey filled with unknowns, facing various challenges along the way. Another common theme is power - the growth of the character's power, whether it's in combat skills or magic abilities related to the sword.

It might not be a common one. Maybe it has some unique elements that made you think so.

Well, a common isekai novel usually has a few typical elements. For example, the protagonist is often transported from our normal world to a fantasy world, either by being reincarnated or some kind of magical accident. There's often a system in place that gives the protagonist special abilities or quests to complete. Also, there's usually a power - up journey where the main character gets stronger over time.

A common theme is the redefinition of what is considered 'evil'. In these light novels, the main characters' actions may seem evil at first glance, but as the story progresses, we understand their motives better. In 'That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime', Rimuru's actions towards other races might seem domineering, but he is also trying to create a stable world for his people. Another theme is the struggle against the status quo. The villain - main - characters often oppose the existing order, whether it is a political system or a social hierarchy in the fictional world, which adds an element of rebellion to the story.