A review by emmrosa
The Discomfort of Evening by Lucas Rijneveld

challenging dark sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Probably one of the most disturbing books I’ve read. So well written. Articulates how grief can warp people. Captures both the innocence and horror of children coming of age in a family tainted by grief. 
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