The Leech [ Working 2026 ]

: Some viewers found the background music occasionally overshadowed the dialogue, and the pacing in the final act felt messy to some. Leech by Hiron Ennes (Gothic Horror Novel)

This holiday horror-comedy directed by Eric Pennycoff follows a devout priest who invites a struggling couple into his home, only for things to spiral into a "sin-filled fever dream". The Leech

: It holds a solid reputation for fans of religion-themed horror, with critics from Rotten Tomatoes and Horror DNA praising its "satisfying third act" and tense, uncomfortable vibes. : Some viewers found the background music occasionally

: Readers on The StoryGraph and Reddit rave about the "vivid elements of folklore" and unique body horror. The world-building and isolated setting are frequently cited as highlights. : Readers on The StoryGraph and Reddit rave

This debut novel is a post-apocalyptic gothic horror about a parasite that has replaced the consciousness of every doctor in the world.