So here's the deal. I'm working on a new WIP (yeah!) and I'm turning to you for help. My dilemma stems because I'm unsure if I'd like to use present or past tense.
There have been some very popular series written in present tense. For example, Hunger Games. Need I say more? But past tense is widely accepted as the "norm." And I've heard that some find present tense distracting.
So what do you think? I've pasted the WIP first chapter below so you can get a feel for my story. Please keep in mind that it's a rough draft (this means you'll probably find quite a few grammatical mistakes and typos). My high-concept rundown: This is a story that begins where most stories end -- the shooting of the Romanov family.
Once done reading, there's a poll asking for your valued opinion. Feel free to also leave a comment if you'd like to elaborate on your preference. But first, here are my thoughts... I'm 99% sure I'd like to take the first-person approach. Quite simply because I enjoy reading it and enjoy writing it. I'm toying with the idea of present tense for two reasons: 1) I find it challenging to write, and 2) I think it has a diary-esque feel that aligns well with historical fiction.
Alright, here's the first chapter:
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