Raven's Gate is the first book in the dark, thrilling The Power of Five series (also known as The Gatekeepers). The protagonist is Matt Freeman, a troubled fifteen-year-old orphan who, after a botched robbery, is sent to live in an isolated, mysterious village in Yorkshire. He soon discovers that the area is not just strange but is the location of Raven's Gate, one of five portals that hold ancient, malevolent beings known as the Old Ones. Matt realizes he is one of five children with special powers needed to guard the world. The book is a gripping blend of supernatural horror, modern action, and ancient prophecy.