The Venomous Serpent

Set in an abandoned Derbyshire village, the story unfolds around a mysterious brass plate depicting Sir Humphrey and Lady Sybil de Latours, with Sybil's face eerily erased. Young artist Sally Fenton captures an image to attract tourists, but the rubbing takes on a life of its own under moonlight, unleashing chaos in the village. As the ancient image animates, Sally and her partner, Andy, find themselves ensnared in a terrifying nightmare, struggling against a malevolent force. This compelling horror novel explores themes of art, history, and the supernatural.