Sandy McFerson's husband has been cheating on her for some time now. She finally confronts him and gets the beating of her life. When she demands a divorce he threatens to kill her if she files.

Little Eagle is about to go through the ritual of the Rites of Manhood where he must leave the tribe, armed with only his bow and arrow and not only survive, but return when the sun has risen seven times, armed with proof that he is worthy of being a warrior. His journey will take him to Black Mountain where he will find a cave that will take him deep into the bowls of the mountain. There he will encounter terrors of another time and a distant world. Having completed his journey and safely returning home, he feels invincible and decides to violate tribal laws and venture into the Sacred...

Here are twelve stories from thriller writer Howard Losness, beginning with the tale of a man who refuses to act his age. You'll read about the deal he makes with a Mr. Sattan in return for his youth and the consequences thereof.

Then there is Harm, who is living the good life with his wife and family, until the arrival of a letter announcing an additional member that he hadn't counted on, or even knew about.

Charlie finds his dream girl and marries her, only to give everyone at the wedding reception the surprise of their lives.

And then there is Paddy O'Toole, a gangster wannabe....