Alright, folks, gather ’round. Today I’m diving into something that really got under my skin, in the best and worst ways possible. I picked up this book, “Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke” by Eric LaRocca, and boy, was it a ride.
So, I started reading it, right? Just casually flipping through pages, thinking it’s gonna be just another horror novella. The story kicks off with two women, Agnes and Zoe, meeting online in some chatroom back in the early 2000s. It felt kinda nostalgic, you know? Reminded me of those old days of the internet when everything was new and exciting.
Getting Into the Thick of It
I began to really get into the story as their relationship deepens. At first, it was all sweet and innocent, two lonely souls finding solace in each other’s company in the vast expanse of the internet. I found myself rooting for them, hoping they’d find happiness. But man, things took a dark turn pretty quickly.
The author, LaRocca, he’s got this way of writing that just pulls you in. I was reading, and reading, and before I knew it, I was fully immersed in this world of obsession and manipulation. The way he describes the characters’ emotions and actions, it’s like you’re right there with them, feeling everything they’re feeling.
The Descent into Darkness
- I kept turning the pages, and the story got more and more intense.
- There’s this one scene where Agnes starts doing some really messed up stuff, all in the name of love, or so she thinks.
- I was shocked, disgusted, but also kinda fascinated.
- It’s like watching a train wreck; you know it’s bad, but you can’t look away.
I finished the book in one sitting. I just couldn’t put it down. And when I was done, I felt… I don’t even know how to describe it. Drained? Disturbed? But also, strangely satisfied. It’s like, the book took me to some really dark places, but it also made me think, a lot, about the nature of relationships, about loneliness, about the lengths people will go to for connection.
I discussed the book with a friend who’s also into these kinds of stories. We ended up having a long conversation about it, debating the characters’ motivations and the overall message of the book. It was one of those conversations that stick with you, you know?
Wrapping It Up
So, yeah, “Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke” is not for the faint of heart. It’s intense, it’s disturbing, and it’s definitely not something you’ll forget easily. But if you’re into dark, psychological horror that makes you think, I’d say give it a shot. Just be prepared for a wild ride, and maybe don’t read it right before bed. Trust me on that one. It stayed with me, for better or worse, and it’s one of those books that I know I’ll keep coming back to, just to unpack all the layers and maybe find something new that I missed the first time around.
I started to write down my own thoughts after reading, jotting down notes and reactions in my journal. This helped me process the whole experience and even gave me some ideas for my own writing. I realized how much I enjoy exploring the darker side of human nature through stories. It’s messed up, but it’s also kinda beautiful in a way.
I even went online and joined some forums where people were discussing the book. It was interesting to see other people’s takes on it, to read different interpretations and theories. It felt like being part of a community, all of us bonded by this shared experience of reading this messed up, amazing book.
All in all, diving into “Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke” was more than just reading a book. It was an experience, a journey into the dark side of the human psyche. And honestly, I can’t wait to see what Eric LaRocca comes up with next. Whatever it is, I’m sure it’ll be one hell of a ride.
