A sequel to The Path. ¥ The mysterious stranger, Ephraim, has left Capeview and proceeded on the path upon which he is destined to follow. His travels lead to the small Montana town of Elk Bend where he senses a great evil, an evil pursued for nefarious purposes by two followers of darkness. Together with Doc Ben Martin and Sheriff Monte Starr they endeavor to locate the evil and somehow thwart those who hope to gain strength from its powers. Carrie Anderson inadvertently becomes involved and comes to Elk Bend resurrecting old feelings. The ending is somewhat of a surprise for Ephraim, if not the reader. ¥ An authorÕs short mental meandering is also included following ApollyonÕs Portal.