Alec and Ollie, grappling with the recent death of their father, are sent to a desolate year-round boarding school atop the icy peak of Mount Easton. There, Alec hopes to have a fresh start where both he and his younger brother can find temporary solace in isolation, but the howling winds of Mount Easton blow a dark twist on the brothers. As Ollie retreats further into his own world, Alec becomes tangled in a web of enigmatic friendships with the charming Lilly and the perplexing Paxton, causing each to test their character and values. As Alec plunges into despondency, he must find a way to break out of his shell before letting himself sink under the shadows of the mountain.

A dark coming-of-age story steeped in emotion, The Midnight Peak tells a jarring tale of mystery, forgiveness, and human resilience in the face of relentless adversity.