Eldritch

The Eating Woods, Book 2

By: Keri Lake

Narrated by: James Cassidy, Melissa Barr

In the grimly captivating sequel to Anathema, Maevyth and Zevander must navigate the perilous mortal lands to deliver Zevander from the clutches of an ancient, malevolent power that threatens to shatter both worlds.

An eldritch magic has awakened, turning the mortal world darker. Colder. Famished. With flesh-eating monsters and a sinister curse spreading like a plague, the last glimmer of humanity in Foxglove Parish has long since faded.

For Maevyth and Zevander, the only chance of escape is through The Eating Woods. But fate has woven a new web, tangling the threads of destiny, and crossing the mystical boundary to Aethyria might not be so simple.

As the bones of Maevyth's past are unearthed, and truths unravel with unsettling clarity, the possibility of never leaving Mortasia is becoming more of a reality. Unfortunately for Zevander, time is running out. The longer he stays in the mortal lands, deprived of essential vivicantem, the more he succumbs to the encroaching specter of madness.

Or maybe those chasing shadows are someone hunting him. A wretched evil closing in, threatening to pull him into the darkest corners of his mind.

Only, this time, Maevyth may not have the power to save him.

Eldritch is a full-length, gothic dark fantasy, and the second book in The Eating Woods trilogy. Perfect for listeners who enjoy a plot-heavy and atmospheric story with a unique magic system, a slow-burn romance, and a touch of horror.

Contains mature content. A complete list of content warnings can be found on the author's website. Narrated in duet style.

©2026 Keri Lake (P)2026 Podium Audio

love the story line

disliked so much back and forth in the time line. can't wait for book 3

Fantastic

Absolutely gorgeous story and narrators. Both performances were perfection. Super excited for the third book.

Can’t wait til book 3

Absolutely loved this book
Keeps you on edge all the way through
Amazing characters.. Keri lakes imagination is by far just superb. I need more but I have to wait til almost end of the year.
Gore, love, magic.. dragons .. giant spiders 🕷️.. just imagine that world.

Why did i read this when the series isn't complete yet?!?!

This author has the midas touch
everything she touches turns to gold
Zavader is so bookboyfriend
The only critique i have is that certsin parts of the book drsgged a bit

Incredible

The performance, the story all of it was amazing in every way. Couldn’t get enough of all of it.