Narrative

A narrative is a report of connected events, real or imaginary. It could be presented in a series or written or spoken words. It has many categories, including Non-fiction, fictionalisation of historic events and fiction.

Different Structures in Narrative:

• Linear- They are the most common form of a narrative story. It goes in a sequential order with little or no variation.Such stories follow an orderly series of predictable events- introduction, rising action, the conflict, the obligatory moment, the climax, the resolution and the falling action.  
• Non-Linear- They are not concerned with the chronological sequencing of the events. They usually use flashbacks.Some writers prefer to stray away from the structured linear norm and enjoy jumping back and fourth in time to add elements to drama, mystery and excitement. For example- The titanic. 
• Circular Narratives- They conclude where they began. For example- Lost highway, triangle and dead of night.
• Framed narrative. These are stories within a story. Where an introductory or main narrative sets the stage either for a more emphasised second narrative or for a set of shorter stories. 

My opening sequence is Linear as it is in a chronological order, showing how the situation escalates after Shreya reaches home. The narrative is fiction based.