Episode 419: The Grove of Ashtaroth

We’re traveling boldly into our Listener Library for an episode of Escape recommended to us by Caden. Thanks, Caden! This story, “The Grove of Ashtaroth,” is adapted from a short story by John Buchan. It tells the story of two men who stumbled upon a strange grove of trees in Africa. One is so enchanted by the area, he decides to remain there and make it his new home. When the other returns three years later, he finds some unseen power is making his friend behave strangely. What mysterious force is behind this transformation? What cost might there be to save this friend? Did all of your hosts actually do some research for this episode? Listen for yourself and find out!