The First Line of Dante’s Inferno centers on Ann Espinoza, who ventures into a remote state forest in search of her missing sister, Carol. Carol has abandoned her former life and appears unwilling to be found, drawing Ann deeper into unfamiliar terrain. As Ann navigates the woods, she encounters two park rangers who offer assistance, while unsettling sounds and ambiguous presences complicate the search. The story unfolds through shifting perspectives, following Ann’s pursuit as the boundary between intention, instinct, and uncertainty begins to blur.