What does the cryptic crossword clue "Example of classic tale ending too soon, in my opinion (7)" mean?

The definition is "Example". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EPI (synonym="EPI") + TO (synonym="TO") + ME (synonym="in my opinion") = EPITOME; definition: "Example" The answer is EPITOME.

Example of classic tale ending too soon, in my opinion (7)

Times Cryptic #28748 | 11 Across | 2023-10-31 flower

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