The Discomfort of Evening

This disturbing debut follows a religious farming family in the Netherlands after a tragic accident. Told through the eyes of a young girl, the novel explores grief, repression, and bodily discomfort. Rijneveld’s prose is visceral and poetic, often shocking in its imagery. Silence and taboo shape every interaction. Innocence curdles into something darker. An unsettling, unforgettable portrayal of trauma.