Character IS Destiny

People often talk about a novel being plot driven or character driven. I think the best novels–the ones that make you feel sorry the book is coming to an end–are those driven by BOTH the plot and the protagonist’s character/personality.

Let’s face it, for a read to be really enjoyable, you have to CARE about the main character. Yes, the plot twists and turns can be engrossing, but you have to feel for and identify with the main character.

All human activity can be viewed as having three compona...