In the wake of COVID-19, literature exploring the pandemic has emerged, but much of it falls short according to Lily Meyer. These narratives often focus on the logistics of lockdown rather than the deeper emotional reality of uncertainty and waiting experienced during that time. Meyer argues that the attempt to rigidly control the narrative often detracts from the transformative potential of storytelling, which should embrace life's inherent unpredictability. She hopes for future works that delve into the psychological landscape of the pandemic rather than just recounting surface details.
Meyer emphasizes that many recent pandemic novels struggle to move beyond over-structured narratives, often failing to capture the unpredictable nature of human experience during chaos.
She critiques the tendency of some writers to focus on detailed descriptions of pandemic life rather than embracing the emotional complexity and unpredictability that such a situation engendered.
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