The story follows Brother Beowulf, a novice monk tasked with spying on the enigmatic Spook Johnson, who claims to battle demons and imprison witches. Initially skeptical of Johnson's tales, Wulf's perspective shifts when he discovers the reality of the monsters lurking in the shadows. As danger escalates, Wulf turns to Tom Ward, a fellow Spook whose dual nature of fear and allure complicates their alliance. The narrative explores themes of trust, the nature of evil, and the blurred lines between good and bad in a richly imagined world.
