Radiance

Style and Technique

Katherine M. Valente's «Radiance» is distinguished by its unique style and complex narrative structure. Valente employs an unusual form of storytelling, blending elements of science fiction, gothic novel, and detective fiction. The language of the work is rich with metaphors and allegories, lending the text a poetic and profound quality. The author actively uses techniques of intertextuality and pastiche, creating a multi-layered narrative that includes scripts, interviews, diary entries, and newspaper articles. The book's nonlinear structure allows the reader to gradually piece together the fragments of the story, like a puzzle. This creates a sense of mystery and engages the reader in an active reading process. Valente masterfully plays with genres and styles, making «Radiance» a work that challenges traditional notions of literature.