Most traditional novels have around five major turning point chapters, corresponding to key moments that shift the story's direction significantly. These major turning points often align with the five-act or three-act story structure and include a mix of major plot shifts and character decisions. Besides these, there can be several minor turning points within a story that develop characters or relationships more subtly. In short, the typical count is about five major turning point chapters in a novel, but the exact number can vary depending on the story's structure and type.