It is thirty years since Lily witnessed a family tragedy at her childhood home, and the Penwyth House ‘curse’ is now ancient history. But her peaceful existence is soon disrupted by a series of frightening events that lead to a shocking confession by her closest friends and the re-emergence of a dangerous nemesis.
Meanwhile, as a snowstorm descends on Lostmor, Lily plays host at Penwyth Hotel’s prestigious Christmas Ball. As she enjoys the festivities, surrounded by family and friends, no one around her table knows the horrors about to unfold… not all of them will survive the evening.