"Diary of an Oxygen Thief" is a novel centered around a nameless narrator who reflects on his tumultuous relationships and emotional turmoil. The story begins with the narrator's acknowledgment of his pain and his inclination to hurt others in return. He recounts his youthful arrogance, the thrill of chasing women, and the eventual self-destruction that yearns for attention but leads to regret and solitude.
The narrator's journey takes him through different cities, yet he remains trapped in his cycle of heartache and manipulation. He claims to thrive on causing emotional chaos, presenting himself as a charming yet deeply flawed individual. Throughout the book, readers witness his conflicting desires for connection and his tendency to sabotage those connections.