Walters: Midnight

As the year 1349 approaches, the Black Death continues its devastating march across England. In Dorsetshire, the isolated inhabitants of Devilish wonder if they are the only survivors. Guided by their beloved young mistress, Lady Anne, they wait, knowing that when their dwindling provisions run out, they will have no choice but to leave. But where will they find safety in this wasteland? One man has the courage to find out. Thaddeus Thorkill, an educated, free-thinking slave, sets out in search of supplies and news. An influential leader, he and his companions quickly cast off the shackles of slavery and resolve to secure Devilish's future—and the freedom of its people. But what good is a freedom that cannot be won by legitimate means? When Lady Anne and Thaddeus devise a bold plan to secure their people's independence, neither anticipates the life-threatening struggle for power, money, and religion that will follow...