Trapped in the depths of an arctic winter, there's more to fear than just the cold. Astrological signs and meteorologic events have got Christians and non-Christians alike wondering if the end times are closing in. Kennedy's not going to let unfounded rumors about some impending apocalypse keep her from visiting Alaska, but her plans to spend Christmas break on her roommate's homestead are demolished when she and Willow get stranded off-road. Seeking shelter in a secluded cabin sounds like such a good idea, but as the endless night progresses, Kennedy encounters dangers far more insidious than the freezing weather.