Bad Vibrations

Lucy Leitner’s Bad Vibrations presents a narrative centered on Valerie, who travels to a secluded wellness retreat in rural Pennsylvania. She seeks physical rejuvenation under the guidance of Doctor, a naturopathic yogi guru known for curing ailments like cancer and Hashimoto's thyroid through the consumption of blood. The story begins with Valerie’s expectations of a healthy weekend filled with farm-fresh fruits, hula hoop yoga, and dynamic meditation to remove toxins. These activities are designed to help her achieve new personal records at the gym and secure her dream job upon returning home. The narrative shifts as the local reception of this coastal blood-drinking wellness craze proves less enthusiastic in this specific region. The plot intertwines themes of physical health with darker elements, explicitly including sex, yoga, and significant amounts of blood. Leitner constructs a scenario where the pursuit of vitality collides with the harsh realities of rural life. The book examines the costs associated with such extreme health regimens and the social dynamics within this hidden utopia. It appeals to readers interested in supernatural fiction that critiques modern wellness culture through a horror lens. Those seeking traditional medical advice or non-fiction health guides will find this work unsuitable.