Lisa Tuttle 
Treading the Maze 

In this exclusive short story from the award-winning author of The Mysteries, inexplicable fear of a maze leads to unexpected consequences . . .Amy and Phil are charmed by the Old Vicarage, a beautiful Glastonbury guest house surrounded by peaceful countryside. But when they look from their window and see a group of strange figures performing a ritual dance around a turf-maze, Amy feels far from peaceful. Phil insists on treading the maze, but Amy is gripped by inexplicable fear – fear that turns out to be well-founded. Dark forces are at work, and unbeknownst to them, Amy and Phil’s holiday will be the last time they enjoy happiness together . . .