So, you’ve reached the climactic sequence, and you’re wondering how to make these final scenes the most dramatic part of your novel; the answer is simple, by including a hero at the mercy of the villain scene. At this point, you’ve probably got a few questions floating around your mind. What is the hero at the mercy of the villain scene? Where does this scene sit within the climactic sequence? And, is this scene appropriate for my story?

If you’ve found yourself asking those questions or even wondering how to write the hero at the mercy of the villain scene, then this episode is for you. Along with answering those three questions, I will share three tips on how to write this plot point. You can also expect a few examples from film and novels to help illustrate my points and to help you write your own Hero at the Mercy of the Villain scene.

So, it goes without saying, spoiler alert.

Before I dive into the writing tips, this is the twelfth instalment in my series on three-act structure. If you've just joined me on this episode then, I will link the previous eleven episodes below.

What is Three-Act-Structure? | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/iap012-three-act-structure/

How to Write a Great Story Hook in a Novel | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/iap013-the-story-hook/

How to Write a Great Ordinary World Scene | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/the-ordinary-world/

How to Write the Inciting Incident | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/inciting-incident/

How to Write the First Plot Point | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/first-plot-point/

How to Write the Rising Action Scenes in a Novel | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/rising-action-scenes/

How to Write the Midpoint of a Novel | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/midpoint/

How to Write the Second Half of the Second Act | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/second-act/

How to Write the Dark Night of the Soul Scene of a Novel | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/dark-night/

How to Choose the Right Ending for Your Story | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/story-ending/

How to Write the Climactic Sequence of a Novel |  https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/climactic-sequence/

After you’ve listened to this episode come on over to the show notes at authorpreneurpodcast.com/episode-023/ and let me know by sharing in the comments section, a tip you’ve learned from the episode or ask a question if you’re stuck and not sure what to do next, or tweet me at WriterADHay.

Thanks for listening!

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How to Write the Hero at the Mercy of the Villain Scene in a Novel | https://authorpreneurpodcast.com/episode-023/

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