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, the second book in The Eating Woods trilogy. Perfect for readers who enjoy a character-driven and atmospheric story with a unique magic system, a slow-burn romance and a touch of horror.
Thank you for picking up the second installment of The Eating Woods Trilogy. When I wrote Anathema, I never dreamed that so many would embrace this story and these characters. This sequel exists, in large part, because of your love and encouragement and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to write in this world a bit longer.
That said, before you dive in, I want to point out a few important elements.
For the second book, I decided to explore Zevander’s backstory, to show how integral it is to his character and the events in Anathema. Keep an eye out for links back to book one–some that might be subtle. I’m also very intentional with the past and early chapters. What might seem irrelevant has meaning, so please be patient, as it will eventually come together.
If you’re looking for spice after having read Anathema, know that I took great care to handle Zevander’s past and trauma delicately. The scenes in this book are open door and explicit but were approached with consideration and acknowledgment of the abuse he suffered. Please be patient regarding the romance, as both characters have a lot to work through.
A word of caution …
This book contains a number of potentially triggering situations.
