Abandoned by his family, Tim Connery faces Christmas alone in his snowbound cottage, burdened by a devastating secret. When a savage wolf-dog leads a pack of feral dogs to his door, Tim must confront both the predators outside and the truth within.

Stephen J. Willis is an author whose work explores the unsettling spaces between reality, belief and the unknown. Drawing on psychological tension, spiritual themes and human vulnerability, he creates stories that challenge perceptions and invite readers to question what they think they understand. His writing is atmospheric, thought-provoking and rooted in the mysteries of human experience.

Foreword: There is no shortage of adventurousness in the writing, which is of a high order… Robert Noel – Norroy and Ulster King of Arms, London

Excellent. A rip-roaring yarn full of suspense and excitement. A real page turner. Brenzee – Amazon

An excellent and exciting thriller with an unusually novel plot. The thought provoking story keeps you on the edge of your seat… Wimbourne Gooner – Amazon

I was on the edge of my seat reading this well-written, fast-paced thriller/horror novel. D.J. Reid – Goodreads

Very clever. Whenever I thought I know the direction where it is going, it didn’t. The twists and turns are unpredictable, captivating… Martina Cubbage – Goodreads

I read it in one sitting and that doesn’t happen often. Adam Shore – Goodreads