Recently happily married, Peter Camden and Connor Plum are living a nice, calm life in Melbourne, Australia. When Connor's cousin dies suddenly, they are forced to take a plane to Paris to attend the funeral. There, Peter meets Connor's father's side of the The Plums.
The Plums are an eccentric cast of characters that challenge Peter's normal and stress-free lifestyle. Dealing with alcoholism, gambling addiction, drug addiction, homophobia, and racism, Peter and Connor must survive Christmas and New Year's with their difficult and erratic family.
Throughout their time with the wealthy Plum family, Peter and Connor discover a scandalous secret about one member of the Plum clan that will shock the family to the core and make the New Year one to remember.
Patrick Macfarland grew up in Chula Vista and is a part of a cross-border family. Patrick has been a teacher, a candidate for public office, and a local tour guide. But it’s his passion for writing that motivates him. He loves the entire traveling experience—learning about new cultures, exploring places, and trying new foods and flavors. He also likes spending quality time with friends and family. Currently, Patrick lives in Valencia, Spain where he enjoys diving into a good book during long metro rides.