Benighted

"Benighted" by J. B. Priestley is a suspenseful novel set in the haunting landscape of Wales during a raging storm, where a married couple and their friend are plunged into a desperate struggle against the elements and the unsettling secrets of a secluded house. As Philip grapples with insecurities while driving through treacherous mountain roads, and Margaret voices frustration with their ill-fated journey, the arrival at the Femm family's desolate home offers an apparent sanctuary that quickly becomes unsettling. Facing a torrent of external chaos and a minefield of inner demons, the story unfurls with a blend of dark humor, psychological tension, and mounting dread, highlighting the fragility of relationships and the unnerving unknown awaiting within the shadows of nature's fury.