Importance of Two Suns

Two suns are seen at Marion Lake by Ephram. One sun is on the surface of the water, and the other sun is in the sky. The suns are symbolic of appearances and reality. The reflection of the sun is not the true nature of the sun in the sky, just as Ruby’s perceived insanity and Ephram’s perceived lack of masculinity are not their true natures. Likewise, the two suns reflect the appearance and reality of the town. On the surface, the town seems like a rural, impoverished Southern town with Christian intentions. In reality, the town is full of dark secrets, black magic, and voodoo.