Genre Fiction Question Details


In mystery fiction, what is the term for a character who serves as a potential suspect or is initially perceived as guilty but is later revealed to be innocent?
A. Innocent Antagonist
B. Wrongful Culprit
C. Falsely Accused Character
D. Suspect Turnaround

A falsely accused character is a term for a character in mystery fiction who serves as a potential suspect or is initially perceived as guilty but is later revealed to be innocent, creating twists in the plot.