Bethany's Sin.

Evan Reid moves his family to the picturesque village of Bethany's Sin, seeking refuge from urban chaos in what appears to be an idyllic small town. The affordable home and serene atmosphere seem perfect for his wife Kay and young daughter Laurie, but Evan quickly notices unsettling details about their new community. The village maintains an eerie quiet, men are conspicuously scarce among the residents, and those who remain bear mysterious injuries. When Evan begins hearing the thunder of hoofbeats in the night, he realizes that Bethany's Sin harbors an ancient malevolence that preys exclusively on men.

Ray Porter's commanding narration elevates McCammon's early horror masterpiece into a deeply unsettling audio experience. Porter masterfully builds tension through his measured pacing, allowing the supernatural dread to permeate each scene while maintaining the story's psychological complexity. His ability to capture both Evan's growing paranoia and the deceptive tranquility of the village creates an immersive soundscape that enhances the novel's creeping horror. The intimate nature of audiobook listening makes Evan's isolation feel visceral, transforming this tale of masculine vulnerability into a genuinely chilling experience.