Strong Rhyme:
* Suspense: This is the most common and fitting rhyme, as it directly describes the feeling of anticipation and excitement that keeps you hooked.
Near Rhyme/Slant Rhyme:
* Intense: This captures the feeling of being deeply engrossed in the story.
* Dense: This could be used to describe a story that is packed with detail or complexity.
* Pensive: While not directly about the story, it could describe a feeling of deep thought and engagement a reader might have with a compelling novel.
Other Options:
* Compelling: This is a broader term, but it describes the quality of being irresistible and holding the reader's attention.
* Engrossing: Similar to "compelling," this emphasizes the way the story absorbs the reader fully.
The best word to use depends on the specific quality you want to emphasize.