djdimond 's review for:

Eerie Basin by Ivy Pochoda
5.0
dark sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
Living in the Northeast United States as autumn settles in was the perfect backdrop for reading Eerie Basin. Having lived through several New York City winters and walked those quiet streets at dawn, I could practically feel the chill in the air and see the city through the story’s haunting lens.

What I loved most is that it wasn’t predictable, formulaic, or derivative. Pochoda strikes an ideal balance between the eerie and the everyday. The supernatural elements are woven so seamlessly into a modern, realistic setting that it feels both unsettling and believable.

The characters are deeply drawn and authentic; it’s impossible not to become invested in their lives and fates.

For anyone who loves folk horror grounded in the real world, and wants a story that’s quick yet immersive, Eerie Basin is the perfect autumn treat.
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