Benny launches an attack on the Nekross ship using all the computers on Earth against the aliens. But the plan runs out of control, with terrifying consequences for both wizards and aliens alike.

Ursula plans radical action against Benny. Tom realises that the solution might lie with the ancient Stones of Burnt Hill. But if helping Benny means saving his enemy, what choice will Tom make?

While on a date with Katie, Tom sees someone from his past, and discovers the impossible has happened. His entire life will never be the same again.