Elizabeth, Nathaniel and Silas find themselves trapped in an ancient wizard's mansion just as they are supposed to be preparing for the town's Winter Solstice ball. Inquisitive reporters have surrounded the Thorne mansion, trying to gather gossip about the city's most powerful wizard and the librarian who stole his heart. But something strange is happening: the spell that is supposed to protect the inhabitants is inexplicably forcing them inside. Cut off from the outside world, they are forced to join forces to discover the source of the faulty magic. The old witch's house is filled with surprises and ancient secrets, and it demands a special price from the lovers. Elizabeth and Nathaniel will have to rely on their feelings more than ever to resolve the situation