The Discomfort of Evening

On a remote Dutch dairy farm, ten-year-old Jas navigates a world of unique sensory experiences. When a tragic accident claims her brother, her family spirals into grief, and Jas's vivid imagination transforms into a landscape of increasingly disturbing fantasies. This powerful debut explores the unsettling realities of childhood trauma and the desperate measures a family takes to cope with unbearable loss.
Why You Should Read?
Experience a haunting exploration of childhood grief and the psychological toll of trauma on a rural family.
Delve into a unique narrative voice, rich with unsettling imagery and a distinctive portrayal of a young girl's inner world.
Discover the Booker International Prize 2020 winning novel, celebrated for its originality and profound emotional depth.
Appreciate Michele Hutchison's acclaimed translation, which masterfully captures the book's raw beauty and challenging themes.