Incidents Around the House Summary

On this episode of Literature on the Rocks, Sunny, Rachel, and Rox dive into Incidents Around the House by Josh Malerman, a chilling horror novel that proves some childhood fears might be more than just nightmares. Told through the eyes of eight-year-old Bela, this unsettling story follows a family whose home is haunted by a sinister presence Bela calls the Other Mommy. As the terrifying encounters escalate, Bela's family struggles to understand what's happening and how to protect her. But when the line between imagination and reality begins to blur, one question becomes impossible to ignore: what happens when the monster in your house won't leave? Sunny, Rachel, and Rox break down the story from beginning to end, exploring its disturbing twists, creeping dread, and the unique perspective of a child caught in the middle of something truly terrifying. We'll unpack the family's unraveling relationships, the fear surrounding the Other Mommy, and the moments that make this horror story so deeply unsettling. 🥃 Our Signature Cocktail: The Other Old Fashioned Inspired by childhood nostalgia and the sinister presence lurking in Bela's home, The Other Old Fashioned puts a dark twist on a familiar favorite with PB&J-inspired flavors. It's a grown-up take on a childhood classic with a creepy side worthy of this unsettling horror story. 📚 Need a copy of the book? Grab Incidents Around the House by Josh Malerman and support Literature on the Rocks while you shop! (https://bookshop.org/a/129373/9780593...) Grab a drink, check the closets, and join us for another round of books, booze, and banter with Literature on the Rocks!