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“The small gargoyle had gone entirely white to match the ceiling, and only the rims of his ears, his long clawlike nails, and a thick stripe down his whip-like tail were still gray. He was crawling along the ceiling like a bat, wings held to make sharp angles and claws extended. It just about broke…” quote by Kim Harrison
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“The small gargoyle had gone entirely white to match the ceiling, and only the rims of his ears, his long clawlike nails, and a thick stripe down his whip-like tail were still gray. He was crawling along the ceiling like a bat, wings held to make sharp angles and claws extended. It just about broke my creepy meter.”

Kim Harrison

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Hollows series, 2009

A grotesque creature adapts its appearance, intensifying the eerie atmosphere.

In simple terms: A monster changes color, making it scarier.

Key Takeaway

Use vivid details to heighten tension.

Themes

horror fantasy visual description

Mood

creepy imaginative

Type

descriptive narrative

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • graphic novels
  • role‑playing games

Key Concepts

creature design atmosphere building

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does visual contrast affect fear?
  • Can description replace action in horror?
A Different Perspective

May alienate readers who prefer subtle horror.

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