Many legends and myths are the embodiment of an ancient fear of darkness, the unknown, and elemental forces of nature—and nowadays hardly anyone believes in them. But what if this primeval fear has taken physical form, turning into a tall, strong man in a cheap disguise who attacks women in different cities across Russia? The investigation is at a standstill, and Tine will have to fight evil alone if she doesn’t want to become the next victim. Will she endure all the trials fate has in store for her? And isn’t it just by chance that a mysterious artifact falls into her hands, possessing unique properties…?