This was my first experience reading Josh Malerman, and wow—his horror writing style is highly effective. Incidents Around the House reads a lot like a movie script, which I love, and it's told from the perspective of a child. Malerman's brilliance lies in his ability to give just enough information to leave your mind racing, constantly asking, "What on earth is going on?" The tension builds as you’re left wondering what's lurking just beyond the edge of clarity.

One thing that stood out to me was how the dialogue and format take a bit of adjustment. Being in a child’s mind makes it hard to fully grasp the situation at times, but I think that’s intentional. It adds to the eeriness, evoking childhood nightmares, where things never quite make sense but feel terrifying all the same. The uncertainty and confusion only make the horror feel more real.

The visuals in this book were incredibly vivid, pulling me deeper into the unsettling atmosphere. And just when you think things might calm down, Malerman twists the story again, leaving you unsettled once more. If there’s one thing I’m still curious about, it’s the "monster" itself—I wish I knew more about its background. That lingering mystery, however, only adds to the unease.

Overall, Incidents Around the House is a disturbing and disorienting ride that’s sure to unnerve you, especially if you enjoy horror that plays with your mind. It certainly left me wanting more.