EERIE

by C.M. McCoy, Colleen Oefelein (Illustrator)

A Dark Academia Romantasy

Welcome to Bear Towne University, Alaska—where ancient magic coils through ivy-covered halls; the forest is alive, and falling in love may be the most dangerous mistake of all.

A missing sister. A deadly scholarship. A monster with a crush.

Hailey Hartley has never had a normal life--her dreams bleed into reality, and the nightmares are getting worse. When her sister vanishes without a trace, Hailey's only clue leads her to a place no one's ever heard a secret university for the paranormally curious, hidden deep in the Alaska wilderness.

She didn't think it was real. She definitely didn't say yes. But she got a full ride.

Hailey came to ParaScience University for a fresh start. She didn’t expect restless spirits, carnivorous trees, or a campus built on secrets.

She didn’t expect him.

His eyes burn with knowledge he shouldn't have, and when he touches her, the world trembles. He claims he's the only thing standing between her and a 3,000-year-old monster determined to drag her into the dark. As secrets unravel and attractions ignite, Hailey must decide who to trust--and whether the creature who swears he's protecting her might also be the biggest threat of all.

Inside EERIE, you’ll Forbidden loveDark academiaA love triangleSupernatural suspenseSlow-burn romanceTouch-her-and-die dynamicsA morally gray love interestPerfect for readers who A Discovery of WitchesThe Atlas SixNinth HouseZodiac AcademyA mostly warm, open-door romantasy where monsters are real, dreams are dangerous, and love is lethal.

Magic, monsters, and mayhem await. Enrollment is mandatory. Survival is extra credit.

*Please this book is not for the faint of heart. It deals with sensitive themes and may be upsetting. There are characters who treat each other poorly. There is some gore and mention of suicide. Please check website for content warnings, which do contain spoilers.

Genres: Romance, Fantasy, Suspense, Magic

480 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 15, 2025

About the author

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I'm an Irish dancer and retired Air Force officer living in the Great White North. Though I hold a B.S. in chemical engineering and German, I'm far happier writing stories involving Alaska and monsters (with an awkward kiss in the mix.) While working 911 dispatch for Alaska State Troopers, I learned to speak in 10-codes, which I still do...but only to annoy my family. In the writerly world, I'm a lit agent with MacGregor and Leudeke. My debut novel, EERIE, is a paranoramal with romance in its newly released 2nd edition, 15 Dec 2025 through Adventure Write publishing. It was featured in PEOPLE Magazine and on Inside Edition. My work is represented by Cindy Bullard.

Reviews

[Jenni · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars
This is one of the best young adult paranormal romance books I have read this year. For a debut novel, CM McCoy has done an impressive job. It includes many elements that I love: it is dark, quirky, suspenseful, and often hilarious.

Eerie is a multilayered tale with threads that may not initially make sense, yet they mesh beautifully. The writing is well-crafted, unique, fun, and magical, while also being heartbreaking at times. What makes it even more exciting is its unpredictably strange nature, which is undeniably appealing. The cast of characters is extensive, featuring banshees, ghosts, carnivorous splinters, murderous staplers, bookworms, poltergeists, and more. You will find some characters that you love to hate and others that you hate to love.

You may find yourself torn between crying and laughing out loud. This is one of those books that can send chills down your spine or make you feel like you've lost your sanity along the way.

This book is a gem that needs to be uncovered page by page, layer by layer; therefore, I won’t give away any spoilers.

But the ending... I eagerly wait for the next book!

[Amanda Kimble · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 out of 5 stars

Eerie by C. M. McCoy

This is the first book by the author that I’ve read. I have to say the books I’ve been reading lately are making it hard for me to choose which one is my favorite. Eerie gives me a whole other place to run to when I get lonely and want to run. Asher, Fin, and Hailey are really fun, but can be very confusing. You’ll have to read to get what I mean.

Hailey never thought she would be alone in the world. Without her sister, her parents, or her Uncles. She did have Holly until she took out the trash and never returned. Her Uncles did find her, but it wasn’t good news. Then the bartender, Fin, left her after the funeral of her sister. They were friends, or so she thought. Then there was the guy from her dreams who she didn’t have a name for. Well, not until he told her his name, Asher. She says this to a boy who is trying to hit on her: “No, that’s not it at all, Tage, I just… I don’t… well, I certainly don’t want to hear all about it in history class tomorrow, and even if the galloping gossipers didn’t find out about it directly, they’d sense that something juicy was afoot with their hag antennas— not that you were going to kiss me in the first place, or that I was daydreaming about it on the boat, because I only thought about it for a second when you told me how much you enjoyed seeing Holly and me dancing…”

Asher is an Envoy and is not supposed to be on Earth. He’s supposed to be in the Ather and he can’t go home until one of the girls dies. Holly died and he didn’t do anything to stop it because if he did then he would reveal who is supposed to die. Envoys aren’t supposed to get human feelings because they’re not human and they can die if they do get human emotions. Asher starts to feel these feelings and he wants nothing, but for the other Envoys to go home so he can be with Hailey. He tells Hailey this when they are getting ready for a dinner neither of them want to be at: “Cobon will find us tonight, Hailey. It’s better if we meet him here. He won’t hurt you— I promise. Remain calm in here, Hailey. Do not feed into his madness. Do not enrage him.”

[Lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book surprised me. I spent quite a bit of it thinking that, if it was a romance, it was a super toxic and awful one, and then reveals started happening. Now? This is probably the first time I’ve ever read the “sneak peak” at the end of the book because I needed at least a baseline of what happened next.

This book follows Hailey Hartley through her last few months of high school and her first semester of college, all the while she is coping with the violent murder of her sister who was supposed to attend college with her. She ends up choosing to study at Bear Towne University in Alaska, which has a paranormal program.

The building of the paranormal world in this is so cool, and I loved it even during the parts where I thought the romance and potential love triangle was red flag-infested and annoying. There are so many unique aspects to the school environment that I haven’t read anywhere else like tunneling earworms, actual bookworms, zombies that function as part of society, carnivorous splinters, man eating trees, yetis, and the Envoys.

I would say calling this similar to a PG-13 Zodiac Academy, without as much bullying, is an accurate statement. Hailey is pretty reminiscent of Darcy Vega as well, and there is definitely a star crossed lovers aspect to the story. One of my favorite things to come out of the book throughout was Hailey’s developing friendship with her banshee roommate Giselle.

I am so looking forward to book 2 when it comes out. I have so many questions, and I need answers.

Thank you to C.M. McCoy, the publisher, and BookSirens for an arc in exchange for an honest review.

[Jannie Krout · Rating 5 out of 5]

First off thank you for letting me be an arc reader. This book was a big page turner for me. I was immediately hooked from the first chapter. The book left me, wanting to know which direction this was gonna go from the very beginning because I very much felt like I was riding along this journey as Hailey was. It was well written well thought out , and I’m very excited for book two. I have so many questions from where this left off and I didn’t see it coming.

[Marcy Barth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely love this book and I cannot wait for book 2!! Been waiting years for it, in fact.

I love Hailey’s character and how you felt the highs and lows she felt. CM McCoy truly draws you in from the first page and you can’t help but need to complete the book.

The dynamic between Hailey, Fin & Asher makes you flip-flop on what Hailey should do. But secrets and lies tear her apart and you feel as traumatized as Hailey through all of the things she goes through with those two men.

Giselle cracks me up and you can’t help but long for her and Hailey to truly become friends. Frankly, who wouldn’t want to be friends with Giselle? Except maybe Fin of course!! LOL She is so awesome and one of my favorite side-kicks in books.

Hailey is such a lovable character that you only want her to survive & thrive, but will she? Everything about who she is IS stacked against her. Everyone around her seems to only want to use her for some nefarious scheme or another that it’s hard to know who to root for!!

CM McCoy’s writing instantly draws you in and keeps you wanting more. She has such a gift bringing you into the story with the characters. Her writing just flows, if you know what I mean, and is so easy to be captivated be all the characters you cross.

I read this book multiple times years ago when it first came out and never forgot about it, ever, and I’ve read hundreds & hundreds of books since then. To say I’ve been waiting for book two forever is not a lie and I’ve been so excited knowing I’ll get to read it soon!! This one by far is one of my all time favorites.

Highly recommend this book/series. I am positive the next book will be as good if not better than the first. So excited!

[Amber Peake · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eerie by C.M. McCoy is a fantastic fantasy book. I loved it and was sucked in quick. I am big fan of Fin. Which after you read you will understand. Asher is interesting and made me go back and forth several times, especially since he doesn’t understand emotions, but he is learning. But you will cheer big for Hailey and her roommate Gisselle. Oh, and I can’t forget Tomas. Ok so I would say so much more, but I don’t want to ruin the book it’s just so good. Ok so I can say this book is great, and there are so many secrets surrounding Hailey and Holly’s family that it keeps you guessing. This is one you cannot figure out right out the gate. But the end!!! OMG! Seriously HAVE TO HAVE THE NEXT BOOK!! Why did you leave us with the end…and not the end!!

[Stacy Nardini · Rating 5 out of 5]

I RIDICULOUSLY LOVED THIS BOOK! I never wanted to put it down and I would be over the moon to see these characters come to life for a live action movie! I actually read it twice and I have never done that. Seriously, this book would make the BEST movie! The writer does a great job of changing angles for each of the important figures as the book pivots perspective. I was surprised at the ending (and maybe a little distraught) and even more shocked to find how much my personal view of a main character changed from the beginning to the end. This is a must read book and I will be giving it as a gift to several book-worm friends! PLEASE write book 2 ASAP!!!

[Jessica Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was so confusing (IN THE BEST WAY)! I loved how I felt lost in the world and there was so much I had to learn along the way to survive… I loved the FMC she seemed very brave and somehow relatable despite us not having much in common. It was also great watching her try to decide what is best for her and her life… BUT THE END??? Shocked!!!! 😮

[Karennwrites · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found Eerie by chance, or maybe fate, either way, I LOVED this book. C.M. McCoy captured the ambiance of her entwined worlds in a unique way. Think old favorites, Harry Potter, Twilight, Beauty and the Beast, mix well - then toss them in a cauldron while they percolate into one sensational tip-tapping brew of dark drama, romance, and paranormal occurrences.

While I see elements of the aforementioned books, C.M. McCoy’s characters and worlds are hers alone. And boy, does she have a way with words. One of my favorite sentences reflecting her power of description was, “It was like God dunked a great feather into an ink well of pulsing iridescence and dragged it across the sky.”

Though I laughed out loud at many humorous phrases, the one still stuck in my mind is, “He tried to remove her, but she was attached to him like a barnacle.”

Eerie introduces us to sisters, Hailey and Holly, who wait tables and tap-dance at their uncle’s pub. Their parents died when they were young, and ever since Hailey's had vivid dreams of Envoys and of Asher trapped in the Aether.

Because of her past tragedy and her dream-monsters, Hailey, a high school senior, feels more than the normal teen pressures of boys, prom, graduation, and college. But she manages, until the evening Holly takes out the trash and doesn’t come back. Hailey runs out to the dumpster, calling for her sister, finally finding Holly’s shoe, with her severed foot still inside.

In her search for answers, Hailey enrolls in a paranormal university in Alaska, where she studies the supernatural. Hailey must survive her weird, unique classes and comes to terms with things like her sneakers running away from her.

She must decide who to trust. Can her dream-monster, Asher, who controls the school, save her from the other immortals? Is gorgeous womanizer Fin a friend or foe? What about her roommate from Hell, the banshee, Gisele?

With an unexpected ending, Eerie will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. As for me, I’m eagerly awaiting the second book in this series.

Eerie sits on my bookshelf with the few select books I’ve re-read. The first time I raced through to the end, flipping the pages in excitement and trying to guess what was coming. My second read was months later, and mostly to revisit the weird and amazing characters I already missed.

Eerie is a spellbinding, well-crafted read. I was on the edge of my seat from start to finish.

[Ellie Ch Barvik]

⭐ 3.5 Stars for me ⭐️

This book has a truly engaging atmosphere, and one of my favourite aspects was the world-building. The concept of a University located in the middle of nowhere is unique and intriguing, and it gave me a subtle sense of Hogwarts-like charm that I really enjoyed.🤩

The story also shifts direction quite abruptly. The opening section is strong and sets up clear expectations, but it changes at the University, the tone and pacing changed. At times the narrative felt a little disjointed, and I occasionally found it challenging to follow what was happening. That said, the unpredictability also made the reading experience unique, and there were moments where the strangeness became refreshing in an unexpected way.☺️

I did have one significant issue, and that was the love triangle involving Hailey and the two guys. While I understand that love triangles are a common and often beloved element. Sometimes they work well for me, but unfortunately this one didn’t land. Both love interests treat Hailey poorly, toy with her emotions, and even humiliate her and so many other things which made it difficult for me to believe in Hailey’s strong romantic attachment to either of them. I struggled to connect with that.
I love villains, gray characters, bad boys and so, but only when they behave differently with their love interest aka i'm gonna burn the world for you and so on 😅.

I really enjoyed several of the secondary characters, especially the developing friendship between Hailey and Giselle. Their dynamic added warmth and balance to the story. 🩷

Overall, this was an intriguing and imaginative read with strong world-building and memorable supporting characters. While the romantic elements weren’t quite for me, readers who enjoy intense love triangles may feel differently.

I'd totally see myself rate it 5* if that love interests and their relationships were different. ☺️ But of course everyone likes it differently 😁, so no hate for that at all, just not for me ☺️.

[Jess · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am very pleasantly surprised with this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it and the world that was created around the paranormal. I was afraid it would be a little too YA for me but it wasn’t at all. Hailey is straight out of high school and into her first year of paranormal college, so keep that in mind when choosing this book if that age range is not your style. There was romance but not much spice 🌶️, which to be honest was quite refreshing in the world of “romantsy” today. I wouldn’t say that the writing style was the absolute best I’ve ever read, but it did the job and kept me engaged and wanting to find out what would happen next. The pacing was a bit off and confusing at times, but it didn’t distract too much from the story. My major complaint throughout the whole story is the way the two male characters treated Hailey. Both are love interests but both suck at being the kind of man a girl would want to be with. There are reasons for both of their behaviors, which you can decide if that gives them a pass or not, but Hailey is very young and innocent and kind of just takes the mistreatment when I wanted to yell at her to stand up for herself. Though I suppose her being such a good, light soul is the reason the men chose her to begin with. I just kept hoping for a little more fight in her. The world building was so fun and a refreshing take on the paranormal. I hope to learn more about Tomas and where he came from and why he latched onto Hailey and her hair. I also hope Matthew is okay after the last bit of action at the end. Team Giselle because you always need a friend to tell you how it is without the fluff. I wish such a college existed, I’d sign up immediately. Anyways, give this book a shot, you won’t be disappointed and I will be one of the first in line when the second comes out later this year.

✨I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.✨

[Ariel Jensen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.5)
Breakdown: Characters 9/10 · Atmosphere 9/10 · Writing 8/10 · Plot 8/10 · Intrigue 8/10 · Logic 8/10 · Enjoyment 10/10 · Genre-specific 10/10
Tropes: Fish out of water, love triangle
Spice:🌶️(1/5) A couple kisses and raised heart rates

Eerie is a compelling paranormal romance that excels in atmosphere, character development, and unpredictability. Initially, paranormal elements' clarity is withheld, allowing understanding to unfold gradually alongside the FMC. Rather than creating confusion, this approach strengthens immersion and builds a steady sense of anticipation (Atmosphere 9/10).

The character work is a standout, particularly in the two MMCs, who are written as strong and effective opposites. McCoy reveals their backgrounds in thoughtful layers, providing just enough history to deepen investment without disrupting pacing. This balance made the relationships feel dynamic and well-earned (Characters 9/10).

Plot-wise, Eerie avoids the predictability common in the romance genre. I was consistently engaged, questioning motivations, allegiances, and where the story would ultimately lead. That sense of intrigue—never confusing, but always compelling—was one of the book’s greatest strengths (Intrigue 8/10).

Overall, the writing is solid (8/10), the plot is cohesive (8/10), and within its genre, Eerie stands out (Genre-Specific 10/10). Romance is present but low-spice (limited to kisses and emotional tension), making this an accessible read for both longtime paranormal romance fans and readers new to the genre. This is a book I will happily reread and strongly recommend to veteran paranormal genre readers and those looking to dip their toes in, perhaps for the first time. I eagerly await book two, as it will be an immediate read upon release.

[Beverly Finnie · Rating 5 out of 5]

What happens when someone has you marked for death but there’s another who should and doesn’t want you killed?
Well that’s exactly the dilemma Asher is dealing with throughout Eerie. The author brings the reader into a fantasy supernatural world that pulls the reader in. A mystery of whodunit as well as who is after me, will keep you on the edge of your seat turning the pages to see what happens next.
Asher can’t stand to see her hurt or sad, which is wrong. He is an Envoy and feelings shouldn’t matter, but this girl Hailey is different. He wants her to grow and succeed but he wants to be the one at her side as she does?
Hailey and Holly have plans, she just needs to graduate high school first. That is until Holly is murdered and Hailey can’t seem to accept she is gone. She knows about the Envoys and knows they want her as well. What doesn’t realize there are plenty of people who have been tasked with protecting her. When she receives the letter of acceptance to Beare Towne for Her and Holly she knows she needs to go. But there’s danger lurking Beare Towne is the safest and not place she could be, however she’s not currently aware of that. Once she arrives things start to unfold and Asher, her friend from her dreams is there in front of her.
What will happen?
Will Asher continue to keep her safe?
Will Hailey find out Asher was there the night Holly was murdered?
So many questions and not enough room to put them all here. So your option is to read the book! I took a chance this is not my normal read and I didn’t want to put it down. Now it’s your turn…

[Beejai Bohls · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great read in the fantasy romance genre. It has everything you would want in a paranormal young adult read. There is tragedy right at the beginning that sets the tone for the whole book. The FMC is close with her family until something happens and she just can't be in the same spot anymore because of the memories that she relives. She decides to get as far away as possible when attending college and ends up where the students all have a hidden secret. The intrigue that the author takes the reader on is fascinating. I kept turning pages to see what was going happen next. You will fall in love with all the characters because even flawed they are beautiful. There is suspense and mystery and secrets that will keep you hanging on every word that is written on the pages. The emotions that are written will have the reader keeping those emotions as they read. I found this read to be a fast paced read because of everything that was going on. It is very multifaceted and is complicated to explain but not to follow while reading. I can't wait to read more from this author and this book will definitely become a reread for me in the future. I would give more but I feel like I wouldn't be able to stop myself from spoiling it if I gave even the slightest detail. It is a must read.

[Heather Knalls · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sisters Holly and Hailey have been living with their Uncle Pix since their parents died when their house caught fire. The case of the house fire has never been solved but Hailey remembers things that people would say that she was crazy if she told them. The girls work in their uncle’s pub and other than classes and the pub that’s pretty much all they do. However for the longest time now Hailey has been having the strangest dreams involving the most gorgeous man she has ever seen with purple eyes and he has told her many times in her dreams that he’s an Envoy. Now she sister Holly has gone missing after taking trash out at the bar and all that was found was Holly’s shoe with her severed foot still in it. Hailey knows something strange is going on and the people around her including her Uncle Pix, her grandfather and her great uncles all know more than they are letting on. They know who or what has taken Holly and is not telling her. Since Holly’s disappearance Asher the Envoy from her dreams has shown up in human form and is interfering even though he shouldn’t be. Hailey is still trying to figure things out and things just continue to get more strange. What is really going on and what does it have to do with her and her past?

[Jaimie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. This book is a supernatural suspense and boy oh boy is it good! Hailey and her sister are working at their family's pub applying to and trying to get into any school as long as they can go together. Hours and hours and hours of writing the essays and filling out the forms. But then her sister disappears without a trace. Trying to grieve and go to college is going to be difficult. But not as difficult as the school she chooses! She picks the school that they both got into. Bear Towne University in Alaska. She got a full ride to ParaScience at the University and she is not at all prepared for it. Underground tunnels, ivy-covered halls, carnivorous trees, restless spirits and so many deadly secrets. Doesn't help with the poltergeist stealing her clothes! But that is the least of her worries. There are a few 3,000 year old monsters that want her dead. One has evil plans a foot, while one is falling in love with her. Such a great slow burn romance supernatural suspense. I can't wait for book two!! Please tell me there is a book two!!!!!

[Ayla Phipps · Rating 5 out of 5]

What…. I need more. This is my first ever read by C.M. McCoy and I promise it will not be the last. I am one of those girlies that sees a dark academia and will instantly be like yes when can I start it. This past week of nothing but the below freezing temps and ice covering everything was my perfect chance to dive in and take my time. That said I in fact did not take my time, I raced through the pages as quickly as I could to find out more. Even when they made me rage quit reading because of the emotional rollercoaster I couldn’t stay away for more than thirty minutes before I came rushing back. That slow burn will have you ready to pull out her hair sometimes as you know all and just…. ugh say it already. I’m already planning my first reread of this one so that I can truly appreciate all the little hints and foreshadowing moments that built on every aspect of this story. Anyone else hoping for a second book in this series like yesterday? Lol.

[Kerry Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I first started reading EERIE, I expected a typical YA fantasy story that kept my attention for as long as I was reading it and no more. However, this book had so much more to offer and I found that once I started reading, I didn’t want to stop. I absolutely loved reading about Hailey. There as something about her character that drew to me her and I found myself becoming invested in her journey so easily.
The overall story was so interesting. It had a refreshing take in terms of what it had to offer and I couldn’t stop myself from reading this book. The author has created a world that is unique and completely captivating. This was a brilliant book, and even better because it isn’t what I expected.

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hailey Hartley is dealing with a life changing tragedy when she decides to attend Bear Town University in Alaska for college. A school to study the parascience has Hailey's interest peaked but not everything is as it seems. She meets Asher who isn't supposed to garner feelings for Hailey, but he does. He wants to keep her safe, but there is more to Asher then meets the eye and he is doing his best to keep Hailey safe. Can he or will he be the worst thing for her?

This was complicated but in a very fantastical way. You think the story is going one way to have it change paths into something else. I liked all the characters in this and was captivated until the very end. Definitely leaves you yearning for book two right away. Entertaining read.

[Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba · Rating 4 out of 5]

Asher is an Envoy obsessed with Hailey, a human that has to die to open the Aether in order to send the trapped Envoys home. Hailey's parents were killed in a fire when she was very young and that is when she first saw the Envoys. Her nightmares are dark and full of things that could make your skin crawl. She is starting to have a hard time separating her dreams from reality. She doesn't know why they are there but the Envoys have invaded her dreams. Hailey's sister, Holly, goes missing and her dark world becomes even darker. Will she find Holly? And is Asher a friend or foe? The characters are dynamic, and the story is well paced. This is a book that keeps you interested, and it is hard to put down. I will absolutely be reading the next book in this series.

[Helen Sucher · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hailey Hartley enrols in Bear Towne University, Alaska after the disappearance of her twin sister Holly, desperate for a fresh start away from all the weirdness of her “normal” life. But really, when you sign up to study ParaScience at a campus full of secrets; where the forest is alive with carnivorous trees & restless spirits, and dangerous entities swearing protection stalk her every moment: what else do you expect?

A full ride scholarship – check.
Forbidden love affair – check.
Consequences she cant understand, complications at every turn and a love triangle she never anticipated??

Read EERIE to the final, dramatic page and find out…………………

[Ember Daley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can I have three more stars to give this? This book is a definite 8/10 stars, which is obviously equivalent to 4/5 but I feel like the 4/5 is demeaning. Anyway! I really enjoyed this book. It was very much different than what I read normally, but it was a good different. The characters are very interesting to me and I felt they were well written. I loved the world this author created and I truthfully wasn’t ready to leave. Being my first book from this author, may I have book two? There’s gonna be a second one right?

[RoyalTeaReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ever had a 5 star, un-put-downable book totally sneak up on you? This one did!!! Eerie by cm McCoy is a brilliantly written, paranormal academia with mysterious romance and a WILD ending that has be begging for the next book! I love the story, the characters and their development, the beautiful illustrations at the end of the chapters (I’m team-bring back more illustrations in books please!) it was all wonderful and refreshing. I picked it up to take a peek and then devoured the whole thing in one sitting. Definitely worth it!

[Finley K. James · Rating 4 out of 5]

Captivating from the word go, “Eerie” is incredibly well done. The characters each have such depth and personality to them, and each have their own struggles and arcs for growth. Hailey’s story through these 500+ pages had me entranced. I couldn’t drag my attention from her journey as she struggled with the loss of her sister. I tend to not really enjoy love triangles—I much prefer “why choose”—but this book does it right! Just the right amount of drama to go hand-in-hand with the romance. I definitely recommend this book if you want a romantasy that does intrigue, danger, and love right.

[AnnaMarie Gardner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really great story, really a well written story. I love the idea of Bear Towne University and the magic that runs through the school. Alaska is really unique setting for the story. I love the idea of a monster with a crush and a deadly scholarship and her missing sister really draw you in. The main character Hailey Hartley really draws you in and you become very attached to her. I can't wait to read more by this author.

[Finn Cunningham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eerie by C.M. McCoy was a book i was highly looking forward to, just because I was in love with the setting. However, when I dove into this book i got so so much more than an awesome paranormal school in Alaska. Im not going to give anything Away, but you NEED to read this book. Its unique in more ways than one, the build up of intensity and dread is perfect, and I NEED like 6 more books STAT. This was an absolutely amazing first experience from this author, and im so glad I picked this up!

[S. Bittles · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book jumps quickly into action and does not let you put the book down until it’s finished.

The Authors writing style is easy flowing and engaging. I like the quotes at the beginning of each chapter, they tie in perfectly to what is going to happen.

The Author has created a unique paranormal experience with original characters and lore. I hope to read more from this Author!

[Amelia Stansell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book! Hailey is my favorite! You just have to love her. Her non human roommate learns that soon enough. Asher and Finn are awesome as well. They both want to kill her most of the time and love her. Who do you think has her heart, if any?

[Angela · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the type of book I love. I love getting lost in a book. It's a story that makes you think something and then completely catches you by surprise by changing it. Overall I'm obsessed and can't wait to read more books from this author.

[Kimmie · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fantastic read! Completely devoured Eerie by C.M. McCoy. Loved the characters and the world building was absolutely fantastic. Had a hard time putting this one down!