Saved from desperation and hopelessness by Lady Anne, and from starvation by Thaddeus Thurkell, the people of Develish must now face a world decimated by the Black Death. As the atmosphere becomes claustrophobic, Thaddeus must set out again into the unknown. But what future awaits them, in this strange and dreadful new world? The exquisite and thrillingly gripping sequel to 'The Last Hours'