Yeah, "The Shadow of Death" has a definite ending. No other options. You're saved with just half a minute to spare. Does anyone remember if the book had a different ending?
Bow down and hear our cry,
Our earthly rulers falter,
Our people drift and die,
The walls of gold entomb us,
The swords of scorn divide,
Take not thy thunder from us,
Take away our pride.
G.K. Chesterton: English Hymnal