Anathema Audiobook By Keri Lake cover art

Anathema

The Eating Woods, Book 1

Preview

Get this deal Try for $0.00
Offer ends April 30, 2025 at 11:59PM PT.
Prime logo Prime members: New to Audible? Get 2 free audiobooks during trial.
Pick 1 audiobook a month from our unmatched collection.
Listen all you want to thousands of included audiobooks, Originals, and podcasts.
Access exclusive sales and deals.
Premium Plus auto-renews for $14.95/mo after 3 months. Cancel anytime.
Pick 1 audiobook a month from our unmatched collection.
Listen all you want to thousands of included audiobooks, Originals, and podcasts.
Access exclusive sales and deals.
Premium Plus auto-renews for $14.95/mo after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

Anathema

By: Keri Lake
Narrated by: James Cassidy, Melissa Barr
Get this deal Try for $0.00

$14.95/mo. after 3 months. Offer ends April 30, 2025 11:59PM PT. Cancel anytime.

$14.95/month after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

Buy for $59.99

Buy for $59.99

Confirm purchase
Pay using card ending in
By confirming your purchase, you agree to Audible's Conditions of Use and Amazon's Privacy Notice. Taxes where applicable.
Cancel

About this listen

From the author of Nocticadia comes a spellbinding gothic dark fantasy about a shunned woman who is forced beyond the mortal realm's forbidden boundary into a terrifying world of cursed souls and grotesque creatures.

Only the banished know what lies beyond the woods...

There are whispers about what lurks in Witch Knell—the forest where sinners go to die. The villagers call it The Eating Woods because what's taken is never given back. Only those who've lost their senses would dare to go near it.

Or the banished.

Maevyth Bronwick knows better than to breach the misty labyrinth of trees, but a tragic turn of events compels her beyond the archway of bones to a boundary no mortal has crossed before. One that cloaks a dark and fantastical world that's as dangerous as it is alluring.

It's there that he dwells, the cursed lord of Eidolon. The one tasked to keep her hidden from the magehood that seeks to crucify her in the name of an arcane prophecy. Zevander Rydainn, known to his prey as The Scorpion, is the coldest, most calculated assassin in all of Aethyria, and he'd sooner toss his feisty ward to a pack of vicious fyredrakes than keep her safe.

If only he could.

Maevyth's blood is the key to breaking his despised curse and vanquishing the slumbering evil in Witch Knell. Unfortunately for Lord Rydainn, fate has other plans for the irresistible little enchantress. And his growing obsession with her threatens to destroy everything.

Including himself.

Anathema is a full-length gothic dark fantasy and the first book in The Eating Woods series. 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.

©2024 Keri Lake (P)2025 Podium Audio
Fantasy Gothic Horror Magic Users Witchcraft
adbl_web_global_use_to_activate_webcro768_stickypopup

What listeners say about Anathema

Highly rated for:

Intricate World-building Captivating Storyline Excellent Duet Narration Slow-burn Romance Complex Hero
Average customer ratings
Overall
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    534
  • 4 Stars
    99
  • 3 Stars
    29
  • 2 Stars
    9
  • 1 Stars
    8
Performance
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    595
  • 4 Stars
    60
  • 3 Stars
    13
  • 2 Stars
    2
  • 1 Stars
    3
Story
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    517
  • 4 Stars
    98
  • 3 Stars
    34
  • 2 Stars
    15
  • 1 Stars
    9

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Sort by:
Filter by:
  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

AWESOME NARRATORS!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

This is my FIRST TIME listening to TOP-TIER NARRATORS, and I’m telling you—it’s an experience!! The intonations, emotions, accents, and voices for each character were incredible. James Cassidy, though… THIS MAN ATE!!! He literally voiced more than 10 men in this book—AND ONE FREAKIN’ BIRD!!! And every single one had a distinct voice, complete with accents and everything!

I don’t know, man… I’m speechless. This is my first time writing a review for an audiobook, even though I always listen to audiobooks paired with the physical books. Both narrators were sooo good, but James Cassidy… YOU 👏🏼 ARE 👏🏼 AWESOME!!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

1 person found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Nooo!!! Why???

Why this had to be over????? I want more!!! Come on! Can’t wait for the second book damn it!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

WOW!!!

Spend the credit you won't regret it!!! Pleasantly surprised with the book. Patiently waiting for book two to drop.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Balance of sugar, spice, and everything black.

Read it.
But for the sake of BT here ya go:
Spice - very little in the way others rate. I rate by “If I took out all the spice would I still read it,” and that’s a 100% yes from me. (Yes it IS descriptive in EVERY way and detailed but please remember SLOW burn doesn’t mean NO burn.
Pacing - for me it was perfectly slow. Too often readers are bombarded with overwhelming detail and no emotions. Keri has very acutely written passages that will make you giggle and squirm.
Theme - There’s a stark difference in locations within this world and it adds into the journey. Keri’s writing uses the locations to match or contrast the mood of the passage just as much as you would any character.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Freaking amazing!!

I am completely invested!! The only down side is the MFC chapters are in first person, and the MMC chapter are in third..was a little confusing in the beginning, but I couldn’t stop listening. I’m DYING for book 2!!!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Perfect

My absolute favorite read this year. Such a beautiful world building, dark and scary but inviting. So good! The narrators were perfect. I can’t wait for the sequel.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Great story line

"Escape into a world of forbidden love, supernatural passion, and sizzling chemistry with this steamy paranormal romance novel! 🔥🌙 If you're looking for a captivating read that will leave you breathless, then this book is for you.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

6⭐️

Oh my God this is exactly what I needed. This book was absolutely fantastic. Keri lake knows what she’s doing. She not only gives you character development, world building, and plot all at the same time but the smut is fantastic. I cannot believe I have to wait until September for the next one. Fingers crossed the audible drops with the book.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Slow effing burn

Slow burn 🔥🔥 and why do you have to leave us like this!!!!!! It was left on a cliffhanger with so many unanswered questions! Book 2 hurry!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Phenomenal Narration for an Unforgettable Story!

Keri Lake is one of my favorite authors, and Anathana did not disappoint! The duet-style narration was fantastic, truly bringing the story to life. The male narrator, in particular, deserves extra praise—his range for multiple characters was outstanding and added so much depth to the experience. I was completely immersed from start to finish. I can’t wait for the next book and will definitely be purchasing both the print and audio editions again. Highly recommend!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

4 people found this helpful