Chapter 1 Summary and Analysis

This autobiographical narrative is the story of the author's experiences with the occult. While the first three quarters of the book are taken up with details of those experiences, the final quarter consists of an intensely worded and deeply researched warning against the pervasive presence of the occult in contemporary society. Both sections of the book explore themes relating to the deceptive nature of occult practice, the necessity of adhering firmly to Christian faith, and the Bible as the only true source of inspiration for that faith.

Chapter 1 Summary and Analysis

"The Encounter"

The chapter begins with a description of the author's frustration at being late for a meeting with someone named Pachita, and therefore unable to "witness any of the operations scheduled for that night". As she (the author) hands over what happens next to God, her friend/teacher Tom...