War is coming. A peaceful trip to the Texas Hill Country turns bloody, and the circumstances leave local authorities with more questions than answers.
In the center once again is Nelson Kirch, professional exorcist. His search for answers reveals a power struggle in Hell that threatens not only the town, but the life of his newborn son. Heaven has plans for his child's future, but the details are frustratingly few.
One thing is certain, however: Hell wants him now.