"Rhododendron McMean and the Rumble in the Village: A Tail of Power and Paws – and one story more"

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In this sharp little fable, a tidy village groans under the rule of Rhododendron “Ro-Ro” McMean – an appointed mayor whose real muscle is a tiny, nosy chihuahua that “arr”s like a siren. Secrets are leverage, fear is policy, and the townsfolk must decide whether to keep their heads down or start a rumble that topples small-time tyranny. It’s a satirical tail of power and paws (plus one story more) for anyone allergic to authoritarian rules. Stylistically, it’s classic Janus Lucky: mordant humor and theatrical flourish reminiscent of the cabaret-dark wit in The Birthmark Murders, alongside affectionate portraits of oddballs and underdogs. The same warm, mischief-bright heartbeat that fuels the youthful energy of Handful beats here too – only this time, the dojo is a village square and the sparring partners are power and conscience.