My — Cousin The Creep

"Family Ties"

This is a "just one more chapter" kind of book. It starts as a slow burn, focusing on Mia’s unease, but ramps up quickly when she discovers a hidden room in the basement. The tension is palpable, especially during the scenes where Mia is exploring the house while knowing Elias could return at any moment.

When we were kids, "creepy" wasn't a word I would have used. Danny was just weird—the kind of weird that made other aunts whisper and uncles exchange glances over holiday dinners. He was two years older than me, and at every family gathering, he'd find a reason to stand too close. Not touching. Just... hovering. Like he was waiting for something. my cousin the creep

My Cousin the Creep

Psychological Thriller / Domestic Noir Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5 Stars) "Family Ties" This is a "just one more

And that's the problem, isn't it? We do know how Danny is. We've always known. But knowing doesn't fix anything if no one says this isn't okay .

My Cousin the Creep: Navigating the Discomfort of Toxic Family Dynamics When we were kids, "creepy" wasn't a word I would have used

We’ve all heard the joke about the "weird cousin" at family reunions, but debut author [Author Name] takes that trope and turns it into a waking nightmare. My Cousin the Creep follows protagonist Mia, a young woman down on her luck who reluctantly agrees to housesit for her wealthy estranged cousin, Elias. She hasn't seen him since they were children—a fact she was grateful for, given his unsettling stare and morbid hobbies. But when Mia moves into his pristine, minimalist apartment, she realizes Elias hasn't just left her in charge of his plants; he’s left her to uncover the secrets he keeps in the walls.