The Empson family relocates to a dilapidated house in a rural village for the father's health. Their lives take a turn when Winston, a local handyman, enters the scene, offering his irreverent humor, culinary skills, and unconventional life advice. His influence gradually transforms the family's dynamics, leading to unexpected changes and growth among its four women and four men.
The story revolves around Divorc Graham, who enlists friends Ernest and Pamela to assist with his children's holiday visit. Tension arises with his ex-wife and her disapproving mother. Pamela, despite being childless, takes charge by organizing a party for the kids, leading to humorous and insightful interactions. The adults engage in a unique role-reversal, portraying both party guests and their younger selves, offering a blend of nostalgia and comedy as their pasts illuminate their present dynamics.
Sequels to the hilarious bestseller Tales From A Long Room. Now it's the lugubrious tale of the Norwegian playwright Sibson and how he came to write The Wild Duck, and unusual insight into the Royal Wedding, and the languorous, tragic story of the corruption of youth, Blofeld Revisited. The Brigadier is back with his most eccentric, hilarious tales to date.