POV Wars: First Person vs. Third Person

Is it more fun to live the story or to watch it unfold? In this episode, we’re diving into the big narrative debate—first person vs. third person point of view. From omniscient storytelling to limited perspectives, we unpack the pros and cons of each and share which styles we gravitate toward (spoiler: it depends on the vibe).

We also chat about one of our favorite storytelling devices—the unreliable narrator—and list the books that pulled it off flawlessly. Whether you’re team “I want all the inner monologue” or “just tell me what’s happening,” there’s something in this episode for you.

 

Books we mention include:

• Verity by Colleen Hoover
  
  
• We Were Liars by E. Lockhart
  
  
• Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes
  
  
• Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
  
  
• Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
  
  
• Girl on the Train, The Yellow Wallpaper, The Wife Between Us, and more.

 

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