The function of fiction is to entertain, educate and inspire the readers and the audience. Literature in general and fiction in particular is capable enough to sweep our emotions. Therefore, fiction presents an ‘experience’ before the readers that is beyond their daily lives. It provides them an insight into the life of the characters, their manners, vicissitudes and events related to them. It also is used to point out the flaws and drawbacks of a society, race and nation in a manner that it does not touch the boundary of stricture or criticism. Rather, fiction points out drawbacks and then suggests solutions for the individuals and the nations alike. To sum up, fiction can also provide a vent to our pent-up emotions such as hatred, anger and dislike but in a very light manner without pointing out specific individuals or groups.