A headless statue overlooking a hundred-year-old grave, a rocking chair that appears to move by itself, or an overtly friendly easy-on-the-eye female, all evoke our curiosity. The forbidden fruit of an extramarital affair also qualifies, especially if it has unexpected twists and turns. Hardships faced by a surgeon during a medical mission can prove to be life-transforming, as can be his experiences at a corporate hospital.
When these phenomena appear to be somehow related to real-world events and places, that's where the actual fun lies. The aim is not only to entertain the reader but also to impart certain glimpses into the intricacies of life. Because, out of the shadows of darkness emerge rays of sunlight, and where negativity lurks, there is bound to be positivity.