Incidents Around the House: A Novel by Josh Malerman

"Incidents Around the House" is a chilling horror novel narrated through the eyes of Bela, an eight-year-old girl whose family becomes the target of a malevolent entity she dubs "Other Mommy." In Bela's world, her family—Mommy, Daddo, and Grandma Ruth—are everything. Yet, alongside them exists Other Mommy, relentlessly asking, "Can I go inside your heart?"

As terrifying incidents escalate within their home, Bela realizes Other Mommy's patience is wearing thin. Unless she consents, her family will face dire consequences. Other Mommy grows more restless and assertive, exploiting rifts appearing in her parents' marriage, once a pillar of Bela's security.

The novel delves into the primal fear of unseen forces and the vulnerability of familial bonds. It explores how Bela grapples with fear and the desperate need to protect her loved ones amidst escalating horror. The tension mounts as Bela navigates the fractures in her family and the ominous presence of Other Mommy, who demands an answer that could shatter everything Bela holds dear.

From the acclaimed author of "Bird Box," this narrative promises a haunting exploration of supernatural terror intertwined with domestic strife. It probes deeply into the psychological impact of fear and the lengths one will go to shield their family from unseen threats, offering a gripping and unsettling tale that will linger long after the final page is turned.