An old woman named Peggy lives alone in a remote cabin surrounded by wilderness. One day she encounters two young men, Jack and Robert, who are living and getting up to who-knows-what in an abandoned prospector's cabin some miles away. As she begins a friendship with Jack, a sinister force emerges from the wilds.
This is a subtle and chilling story that works through small touches rather than big scares, such as some affecting use of wind-chimes, and by building atmosphere. After reading it, you'll be wondering quite how Roden managed to terrify you so much whilst appearing to reveal so little.
Find it in Roden's collection North West Passages.
