The ending of a book can leave a lasting impression on us. It’s not necessarily the last line of the book, or the last chapter of the book, but how the ending leaves us wanting more from the story.
With a book that was boring or uneventful, the ending is a relief. It’s like reaching the finish line of a race that there was no enthusiasm for. Because the book was a chore to read, reaching the ending was like a test of endurance.
But for a book that had captivated us, the ending has much more to offer. Will it impress us, or will it disappoint us because we didn’t get an ending that matched its potential?
A great ending can inspire us to read the sequel, the next book in the series–if it is a series. It can lead us to read other works by the author. And if it’s a great story, it will leave us thinking about it long after we’ve finished it.
Fallton Havenstonne 