Anathema

In "Anathema," the first book of The Eating Woods series by Keri Lake, listeners are drawn into a gothic dark fantasy featuring Maevyth Bronwick, a shunned woman who ventures into the perilous Witch Knell, a forest whispered about for its cursed souls and unspeakable dangers. There, she encounters Zevander Rydainn, a cold-blooded assassin bound by his own curse, who becomes entangled in her fate as her blood holds the key to their intertwined destinies. As Maevyth and Zevander face external threats and their growing bond, the stakes escalate in a world rife with magic, horror, and a slow-burn romance. This immersive tale promises atmospheric storytelling and a unique magic system for those who appreciate plot-driven narratives.