Hawkins' prose often mirrors Chapman's artistic eye, as seen in her descriptive portrayal of Grace: "Her face is soft, cheeks relaxing gently into jowls, and her colors are muddied..."
The title refers to a time at dusk when the color leaches from the day but it's not yet full dark, symbolizing the thematic complexity of the narrative.
The novel is not a typical thriller but a slow build that culminates in a shocking ending, focusing on the secrets hidden within the setting.
The setting, Eris, is a character unto itself, accessible only at low tide, making it an ideal place for burying both physical and psychological secrets.
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