The story explores Tony Vicar's struggle with the mundane aspects of life as he navigates the challenges of being a business owner and parent in Tyee Lagoon. Just as he begins to settle into a routine, the reappearance of a dangerous femme fatale forces him to reevaluate his desires and confront his past. This tension between normalcy and chaos drives Vicar to face his deepest aspirations and fears.
Reluctant celebrity Tony Vicar discovers opening his dream pub in the small town of Tyee Lagoon isn't without surprising challenges. With the unwelcome appearance of gossip journalist Richard X Dick and uncomfortable questions on the home front, Tony fears he might be cracking under the pressure.
Reduced to DJ-ing rural weddings, Tony Vicar feels the bite of failure. When Tony gives aid to the sole survivor of a car accident, his actions become big news. But what he calls luck is seen as something more magical by everyone else.