OCD in Horror

horror books whose protagonists have (or can be interpreted as having) OCD. Details on in-text confirmed vs author confirmed vs my interpretation in the pinned comment!

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created by Nadiiia

last updated October, 2026

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Explicit OCD Rep ā—¦ House of Beth ā—¦ A Different Kind of Murder ā—¦ If We Survive This ā—¦ Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng (the words "obsessive compulsive disorder" or "OCD" do not appear in the text, but it is still explicit and intentional) ā—¦ Down Among the Sticks and Bones (same note as above i believe) ā—¦ Rabid Flesh (not yet released, but author confirmed) ā—¦ The Caretaker (same note as Bat Eater i believe)

My Interpretation ā—¦ We Have Always Lived in the Castle (this is my passion, my hill to die on. Merricat has OCD!) ā—¦ The Trees Grew Because I Bled There

Own Voices ā—¦ Marcus Kliewer ā—¦ Eric LaRocca ā—¦ Racquel Marie

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Great list! I'm always looking for more ocd rep in horror (and in my general read lmao)!

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thank you so much!!! i was noticing a trend but putting them all together i feel there should be More!

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oh i love this thank you for this!! if you’re looking for recommendations, the caretaker by marcus kliewer would definitely fit (and i haven’t read it yet but i believe we used to live here would too)

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always!! The Caretaker is added and i'll look into their other book!

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