To understand the strange goings on at The Pale Horse Inn, Mark Easterbrook knew he had to begin at the beginning. But where exactly was the beginning…
London 1961. When Mark Easterbrook's name is discovered on a list in a dead woman's shoe, he is determined to learn why. His investigation leads him to the village of Much Deeping, a place of old traditions, macabre rituals, and strange beliefs. As more people named on the list are found dead, Mark starts to fear for his own life and sanity.
Consumed with paranoia, Mark is determined to find a rational explanation, but past and present collide as Mark uncovers the ties between his deceased first wife and a trio of "witches" living at former inn The Pale Horse. If they are truly as powerful as they seem, can they save him from his nightmares before whoever wants him dead catches up with him? How far will he go to save himself?
A mysterious list of names is found in the shoe of a dead woman. What is the connection to the village of Much Deeping?
As more people die, all paths seem to lead to Mark. What is the secret of the Pale Horse?
As the noose tightens around Mark, he begins to unravel. What will he do to save himself?