Beth Ormonde is afraid of the dark. In particular, the darkness beneath her house, where  an ancient, disembodied voice is infiltrating her dreams and attempting to control her life. 
She resists, but the tug of the voice is strong. Soon she fears for the safety of her family and friends. What will happen when the creature fully awakens? 
The strands of Beth's life begin to fray and come apart. She must find allies in her struggle, to decide who can be trusted and who is likely to betray her.