A parallel novel is an in-universe pastiche piece of literature written within, derived from, or taking place during the framework of another work of fiction by the same or another author with respect to continuity.
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Notable ExampleWide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys 1 Defining TraitIn-universe pastiche or sequel written within the framework of another work of fiction 1 Connections
Sources
1. Parallel novel - Wikipedia
Examples section
Wide Sargasso Sea (1966) by Jean Rhys parallels Jane Eyre from the perspective of Bertha Mason, reimagining her as a Creole woman named Antoinette Cosway.
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A parallel novel is an in-universe (but often non-canonical) pastiche (or sometimes sequel) piece of literature written within, derived from, or taking place during the framework of another work of fiction
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