A strong title is an opportunity for authors to make a strong impression on readers. They can set the tone and provide the right information about the book’s genre, even foreshadow its contents. How does the title Deep and Dark and Dangerous do this?

In her role as narrator, Ali pays particular attention to her descriptions of the weather. How do these descriptions contribute to the novel’s atmosphere?

Dulcie is a career artist, but Emma and Ali also create artworks throughout the novel. How are their paintings used to provide insight into these characters’ emotional states?