Why Do People Enjoy ‘Mystery’ in Stories?

Imagine you're reading a book, and the main character finds a hidden door. You don't know what's on the other side, that’s mystery! People love it because it makes them feel like they’re solving puzzles along with the characters. It keeps them excited to see what happens next.

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  1. A child reads about a ghost in a haunted house, they don’t know if it’s friendly or scary!
  2. A detective story has a secret message that only the main character can read.
  3. A student reads a mystery book and guesses who the thief is before the end.

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