This Skin Was Once Mine: And Other Disturbances

Eric Larocca presents This Skin Was Once Mine: And Other Disturbances, a collection of horror stories published by Dreamscape Media in 2024. The narrative voice remains grounded and direct, avoiding sensationalism while exploring the darker corners of human experience. Readers will encounter tales that blend gothic atmosphere with supernatural dread, focusing on personal loss and hidden family secrets. The collection opens with a story about Jillian Finch, who returns to her childhood home after her father dies under mysterious circumstances. She uncovers a dark secret that challenges her understanding of his life. Another tale follows a young man whose mother passes away, leaving him to discover a black wound on his wrist and a similar curse affecting his father. In All the Parts of You That Won't Easily Burn, Enoch Leadbetter seeks a knife for his husband but finds himself drawn into an obsession leading to mutilation. Prickle features two old men reviving a cruel game with devastating results. This book suits readers who appreciate character-driven horror and psychological tension over gore or jump scares. It may not appeal to those seeking fast-paced action or lighthearted supernatural fiction. The stories rely on emotional weight and unsettling revelations rather than explicit violence. Larocca’s work offers a quiet but persistent unease, making it a solid choice for fans of literary horror who value atmosphere and thematic depth in their reading material.