The Midpoint Revearsal

Hello, writers!

Let's talk about the dreaded "soggy middle." A lot of stories lose steam halfway through, but I believe a strong midpoint reversal can turn that sag into a launchpad for your second act.

Your midpoint shouldn't just be the middle of the book; it should be the point of no return where the story's true nature is revealed. For Liz, learning magic is real is that moment. It's not just a cool "aha!" moment for the reader; it's a terrifying "oh no" moment for her. It confirms the threat is real, inescapable, and operates by rules she doesn’t understand. A good reveal should always create more problems than it solves.

This is where the protagonist stops merely reacting to the plot and must start acting. She can no longer deny the truth; she must now confront it. I also think of the midpoint as a mirror: everything that happened in the first half is now reflected and seen in a new light. Daemon's strange behavior is no longer just weird; it's magical. Maya's evasiveness is no longer just a quirk; it's a secret. This re-framing creates a richer story that, I hope, rewards re-reading.

Happy twisting,

June Skye