![]() ![]() The first thing that merits attention in this book is the pacing. A narrative about obsession, loneliness, sadomasochism, and control, this novella is also a superb body horror narrative that will make many readers uncomfortable in the best way possible. ![]() In other words, you should just know the basics: This is the story of two women who meet online because one of them is selling an antique apple peeler and their relationship soon morphs into something different. Because of that, going into too much detail regarding the plot would ruin a few juicy surprises. Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke is a short novella, coming in at 120 pages, but the email and chat format it uses makes it feel like less. If you giggled when Kathy Bates grabbed the axe and then the propane torch to keep Paul where she wanted him, then this is a book you needed to read last week. If you like your horror implied, move on because this book isn’t for you. Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke is as weird, nasty, and fast as its title is long, and that’s not a joke. ![]() This is a horror website and you’re not here looking for romance, so LaRocca fucking up your day is a good thing. The thing about it, though, is that if you’re reading this, chances are you want someone to do exactly that. ![]() I’m not gonna lie to you: Eric LaRocca is here to fuck up your day. ![]()
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