Experiences entered by Alondra Nieves-Orama

The Silent Patient
Experience: Frustration
Narrative Technology: Red Herring
Theo’s investigation into Alicia’s life, paired with early clues about trauma and external manipulation, sets the reader up to blame outside forces for her silence. But when her diary exposes inner turmoil and buried truths, the reader realizes they’ve been misled.
Contributed by: Alondra Nieves-Orama
June 4, 2025
The Silent Patient
Experience: Alienation
Narrative Technology: Untrustworthy Narrator
Theo initially presents himself as rational and trustworthy, but as his motives unraveland the reader is forced to question whether he’s helping Alicia or manipulating her. This shift causes the reader to doubt their own judgment, evoking the experience of alienation.
Contributed by: Alondra Nieves-Orama
June 4, 2025
The Cask of Amontillado
Experience: Awe
Narrative Technology: Irony
Montresor recounts the entire event with cold detachment, ending with: “In pace requiescat!” (May he rest in peace) revealing he was never caught.
Contributed by: Alondra Nieves-Orama
June 4, 2025
The Cask of Amontillado
Experience: Catharsis
Narrative Technology: Suspense
As Montresor finally seals Fortunato behind the wall, Fortunato cries, “For the love of God, Montresor!” and Montresor calmly replies, “Yes... for the love of God.”
Contributed by: Alondra Nieves-Orama
June 4, 2025