In a quaint British antique shop, Temptations Limited, the enigmatic owner sells mystical and cursed items that significantly alter the lives of their purchasers. The narrative unfolds through a series of interconnected vignettes, each revealing the dark consequences of acquiring these cursed artifacts. The first story centers on Edward Charlton, a man who buys a snuffbox by deceit and soon finds himself haunted by a malevolent force. The second tale involves Christopher Lowe, who purchases an antique mirror that traps him in a sinister realm where he becomes involved in a terrifying ritual.

The third narrative features Reginald Warren, who buys an ornate door that serves as a gateway to a gruesome alternate dimension filled with unspeakable horrors. The fourth and final story follows William Seaton, who acquires an ancient medal that brings about a series of deadly, supernatural occurrences. Each vignette explores themes of greed, deceit, and the supernatural, culminating in chilling conclusions that reveal the dire consequences for those who seek to gain advantage through dishonest means.