opening lines stating that “at length I would be avenged” (Poe 1) and goes on to say that he will not only “punish, but punish with impunity” (1). This enhances Montresor’s instability since he seeks retribution by plotting revenge, and later, a murder. By doing so, Poe creates suspense by foreshadowing Fortunato’s imminent death from Montresor’s desire to kill. In comparison, in King’s story “Quitters Inc”, Dick Morrison tries to quit smoking. Yet, when he feels he has been caught smoking, he reacts…
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